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Ashley A Brent1, Elizabeth Mancuso2, Emily Smith1,3
1Department of Pathology, Michigan Medicine, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI, USA.
Abstract:
This review provides an overview of considerations in geriatric dermatopathology. The nuances of specimen collection and reporting in this population, including the importance of obtaining adequate tissue, providing detailed clinical information and ethical considerations surrounding specimen collection will be discussed. The histopathologic changes associated with aging and the morphologic features of common lesions related to photoaging are outlined followed by a discussion of common interpretation pitfalls, specifically entities at risk of overinterpretation and those related to hyper- and hypopigmentation. Finally, the recent literature is reviewed regarding special cases and what this implies for future research both in dermatology and dermatopathology.
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