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junctional melanocytic nevus

Acquired, benign lesion with little potential for malignant transformation. Pathology: (histology) -> nests of melanocytes at dermal-epidermal junction Clinical manifestations: 1) pinpoint to a few mm macules (2-6 mm) 2) well circumscribed 3) uniform in color, typical brown-black 4) widely distributed especially in sun-exposed areas Management: -> observation for change

General

melanocytic nevus (mole)

References

  1. Saunders Manual of Medical Practice, Rakel (ed), WB Saunders, Philadelphia, 1996, pg 960-61
  2. Color Atlas and Synopsis of Clinical Dermatology, Common and Serious Diseases, 3rd ed, Fitzpatrick et al, McGraw Hill, NY, 1997, pg 134
  3. Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine, 14th ed. Fauci et al (eds), McGraw-Hill Inc. NY, 1998, pg 319