Melanocytic Tumors of the Skin. AFIP Atlases of Tumor and Non-Tumor Pathology, Series 5

This atlas was written for general pathologists, dermatopathologists, and pathologists in training with an interest in practical diagnostic issues in the pathology of melanocytic tumors. The focus of this fascicle is on microscopic clues for diagnosis, in particular for the distinction of melanocytic nevi from melanoma. The authors also discuss the role of ancillary methods and their potential value as well as limitations in test sensitivity and specificity. This volume will help pathologists provide the most accurate diagnoses in service of their clinical care teams and their patients.

Table of Contents

Front Matter

1: Melanotic Macule

2: Congenital Melanocytic Nevi

3: Common Acquired Melanocytic Nevi

4: Dysplastic Melanocytic Nevi

5: Melanocytic Nevi of Special Sites

6: Traumatized and Recurrent Melanocytic Nevi

7: Spitz Nevi, Spitz Melanocytomas, and Atypical Spitz Tumors

8: Blue Nevi and Dermal Melanocytoses

9: Deep Penetrating Nevus

10: Combined Melanocytic Nevi/Melanocytomas

11: Pigmented Epithelioid Melanocytoma

12: Superficial Spreading Melanoma

13: Lentigo Maligna Melanoma

14: Acral Melanoma

15: Nodular Melanoma

16: Desmoplastic Melanoma

17: Nevoid Melanoma

18: Blue Nevus-Related Melanoma

19: Spitzoid and Spitz Melanomas

20: Pediatric Melanoma

21: Uncommon Variants of Melanoma

22: Melanoma Metastatic to the Skin

23: Prognostic Factors, Staging, and Reporting of Melanoma