Melanoma in situ — Dermoscopic Case (ISIC_0009882)

Diagnosis: Melanoma in situ

Dermoscopic image of melanoma in situ on the upper extremity in a female, approximately 60 years old patient. Source: ISIC Archive (ISIC_0009882), License: CC-0.

Clinical Presentation

Melanoma in situ is the earliest stage of melanoma, confined to the epidermis without dermal invasion. Early detection through dermoscopy is crucial. Features may include atypical pigment network, irregular streaks, and regression structures. Anatomic site: upper extremity Patient: female, approximately 60 years old Image type: dermoscopic

Clinical History

Patient demographics: female, approximately 60 years old. Lesion located on upper extremity.

Differential Diagnosis

Dysplastic nevus, Solar lentigo, Lentigo maligna, Pigmented actinic keratosis

Tags: melanoma, in situ, early detection, dermoscopy, ISIC