Pigmented Skin Lesions in Children (Melanocytic Nevus, Clonal Nevus and Halo Nevus) — Symptoms and Treatment
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Benign pigmented skin lesions are very common in children and can be generally classified into congenital or acquired nevi. Congenital nevi can be small, medium or large. Large nevi are usually associated with a higher risk of malignant transformation into melanoma. Acquired melanocytic nevi can be classified into typical melanocytic nevi, clonal nevi, or halo nevi. Cytological atypia can be observed in congenital and acquired nevi and is associated with an increased risk of malignancy. Large nevi or nevi with cytological atypia should be completely excised to lower the risk of malignant transformation.
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