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Management of nevus spilus
D Casanova1, J Bardot, J P Aubert
1Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Hôpital de la Conception, Marseilles, France.
Pediatric Dermatology
|May 1, 1996
Summary
Nevus spilus, a pigmented skin lesion, can transform into melanoma. Surgical excision is recommended for these lesions. This study reviews surgical techniques for nevus spilus treatment.
Area of Science:
- Dermatology
- Oncology
- Surgical Pathology
Background:
- Nevus spilus is a pigmented skin lesion characterized by a light brown macule with superimposed darker lesions.
- Histological examination reveals nevus cells in both the macule and darker lesions.
- There are reported cases of nevus spilus transforming into melanoma.