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Persistent blue nevus simulating melanoma.

Christine Muñoz1, Aida Quintero, Jorge L Sánchez

  • 1Department of Dermatology, School of Medicine, University of Puerto Rico, San Juan, Puerto Rico 00936-5067.

Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology
|April 21, 2004
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A persistent blue nevus mimicked melanoma after excision, but was benign. This case highlights that clinical signs for pigmented lesions may not always accurately diagnose melanoma.

Area of Science:

  • Dermatology
  • Pathology
  • Oncology

Background:

  • Blue nevi are benign melanocytic nevi characterized by melanin pigment deep within the dermis.
  • Distinguishing benign pigmented lesions from melanoma is crucial for appropriate patient management.

Observation:

  • A case presented with a persistent blue nevus extending beyond an excision scar, clinically resembling melanoma.
  • Histopathologic evaluation confirmed a common blue nevus, despite the atypical clinical presentation.

Findings:

  • Re-excision was performed, yet a similar bluish macule recurred near the surgical site 10 months later.
  • The lesion demonstrated a benign clinical course despite its unusual and concerning appearance.

Implications:

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  • This case underscores the limitations of relying solely on clinical markers for diagnosing melanoma in pigmented lesions.
  • It emphasizes the importance of histopathologic confirmation for accurate diagnosis, especially in atypical presentations.
  • Further research into differentiating features between benign nevi and melanoma with unusual presentations may be warranted.