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We report a case of giant congenital melanocytic nevi (GCMN) at risk of developing neurocutaneous melanosis (NCM) with age-related changes observable on MRI of the brain. However, although the usefulness of MR imaging in NCM is well known, age-related changes on MRI have rarely been reported. The prevalence of positive MRI findings and prognosis in GCMN accompanied by epilepsy and/or mental retardation awaits clarification. This case report may suggest the importance of serial brain MRI in cases of GCMN in assessing the risk of NCM.
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Received: 22 April 1999/Accepted 20 March 2000
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Gondo, K., Kira, R., Tokunaga, Y. et al. Age-related changes of the MR appearance of CNS involvement in neurocutaneous melanosis complex. Pediatric Radiology 30, 866–868 (2000). https://doi.org/10.1007/s002470000348
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s002470000348