Atypical Proliferative Nodules in Giant Congenital Naevi

Atypical Proliferative Nodules in Giant Congenital Naevi

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Contributed byLester Fahrner, MD+1 moreJun 15, 2021

The topic Atypical Proliferative Nodules in Giant Congenital Naevi you are seeking is a synonym, or alternative name, or is closely related to the medical condition Proliferative Nodules in Congenital Melanocytic Nevi.

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  • A nevus (plural nevi) is a mole on the skin that can occur on any part of the body. A melanocytic nevus is benign tumor of melanocytic (pigment-based) cells that occur on the skin
  • A congenital melanocytic nevus (CMN) is a common melanocytic mole that is present at birth, on the skin of the baby. It may be present anywhere on the body
  • Congenital melanocytic nevi (CMN) are categorized by size as small, medium, large, and giant. Small lesions are by far the most commonly noted CMNs
  • Proliferative Nodules in Congenital Melanocytic Nevi are mostly observed in the period immediately following the birth of the child. The condition is manifested as numerous small nodules around a preexisting giant congenital nevus, which can  cover large portions of the child’s body
  • The condition is present as nodules or plaques on the skin. The cause of Proliferative Nodules in Congenital Melanocytic Nevi is generally unknown. Research studies have identified certain chromosomal aberrations in some of the cases
  • A biopsy is necessary to make the diagnosis of Proliferative Nodules in Congenital Nevus, and distinguish it from malignant melanoma
  • Treatment is generally not required for Proliferative Nodules in Congenital Melanocytic Nevi unless it presents cosmetic issues. The prognosis is generally excellent with or without treatment, since these moles are typically benign

Please find comprehensive information on Proliferative Nodules in Congenital Melanocytic Nevi regarding definition, distribution, risk factors, causes, signs & symptoms, diagnosis, complications, treatment, prevention, prognosis, and additional useful information HERE.

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