Acquired persistent atypical lentigines as a failure of 5-methoxypsoralen-containing sunscreens in the photochemoprotection from ultraviolet-radiation-induced damage

Dermatology. 1995;190(4):338-40. doi: 10.1159/000246737.

Abstract

Acquired persistent atypical lentigines are pigmentary lesions that are unusual both clinically and microscopically. They occur in young adults with photosensitive skin using 5-methoxypsoralen-containing sunscreens during sunbathing. Their biologic behavior is benign, but there are grounds for concern regarding the carcinogenic risk in these patients.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • 5-Methoxypsoralen
  • Adult
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Lentigo / etiology*
  • Lentigo / pathology
  • Methoxsalen / adverse effects
  • Methoxsalen / analogs & derivatives*
  • Photosensitivity Disorders / complications
  • Radiation Injuries / prevention & control*
  • Sunscreening Agents / adverse effects*
  • Ultraviolet Rays / adverse effects*

Substances

  • Sunscreening Agents
  • 5-Methoxypsoralen
  • Methoxsalen