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Black heel with atypical melanocytic hyperplasia
1Department of Dermatology, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Korea.
Clinical and Experimental Dermatology
|September 1, 1993
Summary
Atypical melanocytic hyperplasia, a condition involving unusual mole cells, can appear as a long-standing black patch on the heel. This diagnosis is crucial for differentiating black heel presentations.
Area of Science:
- Dermatology
- Pathology
Background:
- Black pigmented lesions on the heel can present diagnostic challenges.
- Distinguishing benign conditions from atypical melanocytic hyperplasia is critical for patient management.