Omphalomesenteric duct remnant in a child with neurofibromatosis type 1.

Authors

  • E. Morrison Dermatology Department, Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, St Helens, UK
  • L. Forsyth Department of Histopathology, Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, Whiston, UK
  • K. Ngan Dermatology Department, Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, St Helens, UK

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.26326/2281-9649.35.3.2797

Keywords:

embryonic structures, neurofibromatosis, children

Abstract

Omphalomesenteric duct remnants occur due to incomplete resorption of the embryologic connection between the yolk sac and the primitive midgut during gestation. We present the case of a 6-year-old boy with a family history of neurofibromatosis type 1 presenting with café au lait macules and an umbilical nodule, histology of which confirmed an omphalomesenteric duct remnant. There is no known association between neurofibromatosis type 1 and omphalomesenteric duct remnants, but investigation and management of these lesions is discussed.

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Published

2025-07-21

How to Cite

Morrison, E., Forsyth, L., & Ngan, K. (2025). Omphalomesenteric duct remnant in a child with neurofibromatosis type 1. European Journal of Pediatric Dermatology, 35(3), 184–5. https://doi.org/10.26326/2281-9649.35.3.2797

Issue

Vol. 35 No. 3 (2025)

Section

Letters to the Editor