Different dermoscopic faces of dermatofibromas
Different dermoscopic faces of dermatofibromas
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DOI:
10.1016/j.jaad.2006.10.984
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发表时间:
2007-09-01
影响因子:
13.8
通讯作者:
Ozdemir, Fezal
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作者:
Karaarstan, Isil Kilinc;Gencoglan, GuIsurn;Ozdemir, Fezal
Background: Central white scarlike patch and a delicate pigment network at the periphery is the typical appearance of dermatofibromas on dermoscopy.Objective: We aimed to analyze the different dermoscopic appearances of dermatofibromas.Methods: Fifty-two dermatofibromas with dermoscopic features different from the classic type, which were detected between May 2003 and July 2005, were evaluated.Results: Globules in the scarlike area (38.5%), linear/irregular crypts (26.9%), lentigo-like reticular pigmentation (23%), homogeneous blue-gray pigmentation (5.9%), and erythematous homogeneous area surrounding the white patch (3.8%) were the patterns observed. In addition, dermoscopic features of an atrophic variant of dermatofibroma are described, which was seen in one lesion (1.9%).Limitations: None.Conclusion: Dermatofibromas have various dermoscopic features. Among them, "linear, irregular crypts" is not unusual and is described in this study. Homogeneous bluish pigmentation on dermoscopy may be a possible clue for the diagnosis of hemosiderotic variants of dermatofibromas.