Histologic Mimics of Malignant Melanoma

Course Overview

Histologic Mimics of Melanoma

Objectives:

1. Awareness of difficult melanocytic lesions
2. New molecular tests that may be helpful in resolving boderline cases

Needs: 

1. Advances in medical knowledge
2. New advances in pathologic anaylsis

References:

1. Huang C, Lau TW, Smoller BR. Diagnosing cutaneous melanocytic tumors in the molecular era: updates and review of literature. Dermatopathology 2024; 11: 26-51.
2. Martin-Gorgogo, A, Requena C, Garcia-Casado Z et al. Acta Derm Venereol 2018; 98: 556-562.
3. Zarabi SK, Azzato EM, Ni Y et al. J Cutan Pathol 2020; 47: 691-704.

Core Competencies: 2, 3