Midline Hypopigmentation

Last updated on: 16.07.2024

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DefinitionThis section has been translated automatically.

Physiological hypopigmentation extending from the umbilical region to the upper sternum, detectable in >50% (66-69%) of dark-skinned people.

General informationThis section has been translated automatically.

These hyperpigmentations are congenital, and in some cases can be inherited in an autosomal dominant manner.

LiteratureThis section has been translated automatically.

  1. Henderson AL (1983) Skin variations in blacks. Cutis 32:376-377.
  2. Selmanowitz VJ et al (1973) Hypopigmented markings in Negroes. Int J Dermatol 12:229-235.

Last updated on: 16.07.2024