Re-evaluation of the Anatomical Distribution Patterns in Large Congenital Melanocytic Nevus
Most of our cases demonstrated distribution patterns consistent with the 6B and 7B classification systems. However, the isolated head and neck involvement observed in our series may be described as hood pattern. Furthermore, certain variations, such as those seen in the bathing trunk and breast/belly patterns, may be considered subgroups of these patterns. Isolated extremity lesions of LCMNs exhibited two distinct patterns. These findings suggest that, although existing classification systems provide a valuable framework, further subclassifications may be necessary to account for regional variations observed in clinical practice.
Authors
- Selime Aydoğdu (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3380-3080)
- Can Baykal (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6004-3166)
Institutions
- Istanbul University (TR)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Dermatology Practical & Conceptual
- Published
- 2025-10-31
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.5826/dpc.1504a5113
- Primary Topic
- Cutaneous Melanoma Detection and Management
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00