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pigmentary demarcation lines (Futcher lines, Voigt lines)
Etiology:
- normal pattern of pigmentation
Epidemiology:
- more easily seen in persons of color
Clinical manifestations:
- dorsal surfaces are hyperpigmented relative to ventral surfaces
- bilateral symmetrical localized transition between lighter & darker pigment
- may be observed on posteromedial legs, anterolateral upper arms, central chest & midback
General
sign/symptom
References
- Elston CA, Elston DM
Identifying Lesions on Skin of Color.
Medscape. October 25, 2022
https://reference.medscape.com/slideshow/identifying-lesions-6007985