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    May 2007 in “ Pediatrics in Review ”
    Cary M. Qualia, Marilyn R. Brown, Alexander K. C. Leung, William Lane M. Robson, Donald Janner, Alexander Zouros, Chalmer McClure, Nathaniel Wycliffe, Scott Barron
    TLDR Thorough history and examination are crucial for diagnosing genetic disorders like juvenile polyposis and hypomelanosis of Ito.
    The document discussed three pediatric cases, focusing on juvenile polyposis (JP) and hypomelanosis of Ito. JP, diagnosed in a 14-year-old boy, is a rare genetic disorder with a risk of gastrointestinal cancer, presenting with symptoms like rectal bleeding and anemia. Hypomelanosis of Ito, identified in a 15-year-old boy, involves hypopigmented skin patterns and is often linked to chromosomal abnormalities. The document highlighted the significance of thorough history and examination in diagnosing these conditions, noting their genetic components and potential complications. Additionally, it covered congenital dermal sinuses, emphasizing the need to differentiate between benign and serious lesions, with MRI as a key diagnostic tool.
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