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Giant cerebriform intradermal nevus.

J C Hamm, L C Argenta

Annals of Plastic Surgery

|July 1, 1987

Summary

Giant cerebriform intradermal nevus (GCIN), a scalp deformity, can be associated with systemic diseases and rarely transforms into melanoma. Surgical extirpation and scalp flap reconstruction offer successful treatment for GCIN.

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Area of Science:

Dermatology
Surgical Oncology

Background:

Giant cerebriform intradermal nevus (GCIN) is a rare condition characterized by scalp hypertrophy and gyrations.
GCIN is a subtype of cutis verticis gyrata and may indicate underlying systemic disorders.
Malignant transformation into melanoma is a documented risk.

Observation:

This report details three cases of patients presenting with GCIN.
Clinical presentation included significant scalp deformity resembling brain gyri.

Findings:

All three cases of GCIN were successfully treated with surgical excision.
Scalp flap reconstruction was employed to restore scalp contour and integrity.

Implications:

Surgical extirpation is an effective treatment modality for GCIN.
Prompt surgical intervention can prevent potential complications, including malignant degeneration.
GCIN management requires a multidisciplinary approach considering potential systemic associations.

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