The dysplastic nevus: from historical perspective to management in the modern era: part I. Historical, histologic, and clinical aspects.
review · Level V
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Abstract
Since its description in the 1970s, the dysplastic nevus has been a source of confusion, and whether it represents a precursor to melanoma remains a controversial subject. Although a Consensus Conference in 1992 recommended that the term "dysplastic nevus" no longer be used, the histologic diagnosis continues to present a therapeutic quandary for dermatologists and other physicians, and there remains significant variation in clinical management. In part I of this continuing medical education review, we will discuss the historical origins of the term, the evidence for its distinct histologic basis, and its clinical significance.
Medical subject headings
- Dysplastic Nevus Syndrome