melanotic mucosa in the entire colon “Melanosis” small and large intestine Melanosis coli is dark brown-black
Melanosis coli is dark brown black pigmentation of colorectal mucosa associated with chronic use of laxatives containing anthraquinone. Examples of such laxatives include senna and rhubarb derivatives. Clinical Importance: There is no association Melanosis coli: a contrast effect or an oncogenic effect? A large scale retrospective cohort study International Journal of Colorectal Disease Springer Nature Link MELANOSIS COLI** Melanosis coli is a disorder of pigmentation of the bowel wall. Histology demonstrates pigment laden macrophages It is associated with laxative abuse, especially **anthraquinone compounds such as senna** Pigmentation characteristics of melanosis coli. (A) Representative Download Scientific Diagram
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