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This study shows digital photography and dermoscopy are feasible for tracking mole development in adolescents. Age was the only significant factor linked to mole count, with new moles appearing in 36% of students over one year.

Area of Science:

  • Dermatology
  • Pediatric Medicine
  • Epidemiology

Background:

  • Nevus (mole) development and patterns are influenced by host and environmental factors.
  • Longitudinal studies are crucial for understanding nevus evolution, particularly in early adolescence.
  • Digital photography and dermoscopy offer advanced tools for nevus assessment.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To characterize nevus patterns in schoolchildren using digital photography and dermoscopy.
  • To investigate the association between host/environmental factors and nevus prevalence.
  • To assess the feasibility of a longitudinal study on nevus development.

Main Methods:

  • A cross-sectional survey and 1-year prospective follow-up study.
  • Involved 52 schoolchildren (grades 6-7) and their parents, collecting demographic, phenotypic, and sun exposure data.

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  • Utilized digital photography and dermoscopy for back nevus examinations at baseline and follow-up.

    • Main Results:

    • The median number of back nevi was 15; older age was the only statistically significant factor associated with mole count.
    • Predominant dermoscopic patterns included globular (38%), structureless (38%), and reticulated (14%).
    • At 1-year follow-up, 36% of students developed new nevi, and 9.6% showed changes in existing nevus patterns.

    Conclusions:

    • Digital photography and dermoscopy are feasible and useful for longitudinal studies of nevus evolution in adolescents.
    • The study highlights the dynamic nature of nevus development during early adolescence.
    • Supports the utility of these imaging techniques for future research in pediatric dermatology.