Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Nevus of Ota causing dark skin and eye spots in a dog
By Malho, Pedro et al.·Published in Veterinary ophthalmology·2018·Ophthalmology Unit, United Kingdom·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Nevus of Ota (oculodermal melanocytosis) in a dog.
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- dog
Plain-English summary
A 5-year-old female Rhodesian Ridgeback was brought to the vet because of dark patches on her skin and changes around her eyes. The vet diagnosed her with a condition called oculodermal melanocytosis, which is similar to a human skin condition known as nevus of Ota. This condition can increase the risk of serious issues like glaucoma and skin cancer. Since this is the first reported case in dogs, it's important for pet owners to be aware of the potential risks and monitor their pets closely for any changes.
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Abstract
A 5-year-old, female, spayed Rhodesian Ridgeback presented with ocular melanocytosis and skin hyperpigmentation involving the distribution of the first and second divisions of the trigeminal nerve on the right side of the face. The dermatomal pattern of the hyperpigmentation was similar to nevus of Ota or oculodermal melanocytosis reported in humans. This condition has been associated with increased risk of developing secondary glaucoma and melanoma transformation in skin, ocular, orbital tissues, and the central nervous system. The clinical investigation and description of oculodermal melanocytosis (nevus of Ota) are presented for the first time in the dog.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28745006/