The current evidence on paediatric melanoma is heterogeneous, especially regarding the
prognosis of different histological subtypes. We sought to systematically review the evidence …

A new or changing melanocytic nevus in a child or adolescent often leads to concern in
parents and physicians. To avoid undue alarm and unnecessary procedures, dermatologists …

Malignant melanoma is a rare disease in Asians but potentially the most aggressive form of
skin cancer worldwide. It can occur in any melanocyte-containing anatomic site. Four main …

Differentiating proliferative nodules (PNs) from melanomas arising in congenital nevi (CN) is
a considerable challenge for dermatopathologists. Most of the specimens …

Congenital melanocytic nevi (CMN) are commonly encountered benign skin lesions in
newborns. Larger CMN is associated with a higher lifetime risk of developing melanoma …

The clinicopathologic features of pediatric melanoma are distinct from those of the adult
counterpart. For example, most childhood melanomas exhibit a uniquely favorable biologic …

Congenital melanocytic naevi are hamartomas of the neuroectoderm caused by genetic
mosaicism. Congenital melanocytic naevi are seen in 1‐6% of all live births and commonly …

The formation of a nodule within a congenital melanocytic nevus (CMN) raises concerns
about possible melanoma. Most new nodular growths that develop during childhood …

Background: Large congenital melanocytic nevus (LCMN) is considered a risk factor for
melanoma, although the magnitude of this risk is controversial. Objective: To evaluate the …

Background A giant congenital melanocytic nevus (GCMN) is found in 0.1% of live-born
infants. If present, the lesion has a chance of about 6% to develop into malignant melanoma …