Conjunctival nevus

Conjunctival nevus, also nevus of the conjunctiva, is a benign melanocytic lesion.

General

• Common.
• Generally benign.

Microscopic

Features:

• Benign melanocytic proliferation.

DDx:

• Conjunctival malignant melanoma.
• Other melanocytic lesions.

Images

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  CN - intermed. mag. (WC)

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  CN - high mag. (WC)

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  CN - very high mag. (WC)

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Right Eye Lesion, Excision:
     - Conjunctival compound nevus. 

See also

• Melanocytic lesions.
• Intradermal nevus.