Melanosis Coli

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Case description

Clinical video case: melanosis coli is a benign condition that causes black or brown discoloration of the colon wall. It usually occurs as a result of using anthraquinone laxatives. People with melanosis coli may never know that they have the condition, as it does not cause any symptoms.

tags: Melanosis coli colonoscopy colon wall anthraquinone laxatives clinical video cases surgical video case surgical education


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