Genetic and epigenetic alterations in the differential diagnosis of malignant melanoma and spitzoid lesion

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Authors

Minoru Takata · Ōtani University

Jingrong Lin · Shinshu University

Satoshi Takayanagi · Shinshu University

Takefumi Suzuki · Ōtani University

Shin‐ichi Ansai · Yamashina Institute for Ornithology

Tatsuji Kimura · Yamashina Institute for Ornithology

Lorenzo Cerroni ·

Abstract

Genetic and epigenetic analyses may be useful as an additional diagnostic tool to distinguish between melanoma and Spitz naevus, and may help to define subgroups in atypical Spitz tumours.

Topics & Keywords

Cutaneous Melanoma Detection and Management Melanoma and MAPK Pathways Immunotherapy and Immune Responses

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: British Journal of Dermatology

Volume 156, Issue 6, pp. 1287-1294

DOI: 10.1111/j.1365-2133.2007.07924.x

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