Limb Hypertrophy—An Uncommon Presentation Yet a Common Link among Neurocutaneous Syndromes: A Series of Three Cases

Abstract

Limb hypertrophy is an unusual presentation associated with neurocutaneous syndromes. The mechanism behind this presentation may vary from case to case. Here, we describe a case series of three different syndromes linked by a common clinical finding of limb hypertrophy.

Keywords

neurocutaneous syndromes - limb hypertrophy - mTOR

Written Informed Consent

Written informed consent has been obtained from the patients for publication purposes.

Publication History

Received: 26 July 2022

Accepted: 20 November 2022

Article published online:
30 December 2022

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