Halo nevus

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The halo nevus is a melanocytic lesion with a particular clinical appearance.

Clinical

  • Central zone of pigment.

Microscopic

Features:

  • Epidermal melanocytes not nested.
    • May have dermal and/or epidermal component.
  • Central zone of pigment.
  • Lymphocytes at perimeter of lesion.

Image:

See also

References

  1. ↑ Kay, KM.; Kim, JH.; Lee, TS. (Aug 2010). "Poliosis of eyelashes as an unusual sign of a halo nevus.". Korean J Ophthalmol 24 (4): 237-9. doi:10.3341/kjo.2010.24.4.237. PMID 20714388.
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