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Diagnosis

The distinction between congenital nevi and other forms of acquired nevi usually can be made on clinical examination. Any nevus larger than 1.5 cm is likely to be congenital. Some distinguishing pathological features, from skin biopsy, can help diagnose congenital nevi


Melanoma often can be diagnosed from clinical presentation, but microscopic confirmation always must be obtained. The relationship between congenital nevi and melanoma is well documented, although the incidence...Read the full article