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Two-Stage Approach to Managing a Giant Congenital Melanocytic Nevus of the Scalp in an Infant
Yang Xiao1*
1Department of Plastic and Burns Surgery, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, People’s Republic of China
Corresponding Author: Yang Xiao
Address: Department of Plastic and Burns Surgery, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610041, Sichuan, China.
Received date: 04 June 2024; Accepted date: 21 June 2024; Published date: 28 June 2024
Citation: Xiao Y. Two-Stage Approach to Managing a Giant Congenital Melanocytic Nevus of the Scalp in an Infant. Asp Biomed Clin Case Rep. 2024 Jun 28;7(2):162-64.
Copyright © 2024 Xiao Y. This is an open-access article distributed under the Creative Commons Attribution License, which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium provided the original work is properly cited.
Abstract
Congenital melanocytic nevus (CMN) is a benign skin condition that affects the epidermis and dermis. Large to giant CMNs are associated with a higher risk of malignancy over a lifetime, underscoring the importance of assessing and monitoring their potential for malignant transformation. We present a case of a large to giant CMN on an infant's scalp, emphasizing its potential risk for malignancy. The infant underwent a successful two-stage surgical procedure, resulting in excellent aesthetic outcomes.
Keywords: Congenital Melanocytic Nevus, Scalp, Skin Graft, Tissue Expansion, Case Report
Abstract
Congenital melanocytic nevus (CMN) is a benign skin condition that affects the epidermis and dermis. Large to giant CMNs are associated with a higher risk of malignancy over a lifetime, underscoring the importance of assessing and monitoring their potential for malignant transformation. We present a case of a large to giant CMN on an infant's scalp, emphasizing its potential risk for malignancy. The infant underwent a successful two-stage surgical procedure, resulting in excellent aesthetic outcomes.
Keywords: Congenital Melanocytic Nevus, Scalp, Skin Graft, Tissue Expansion, Case Report
Abstract
Congenital melanocytic nevus (CMN) is a benign skin condition that affects the epidermis and dermis. Large to giant CMNs are associated with a higher risk of malignancy over a lifetime, underscoring the importance of assessing and monitoring their potential for malignant transformation. We present a case of a large to giant CMN on an infant's scalp, emphasizing its potential risk for malignancy. The infant underwent a successful two-stage surgical procedure, resulting in excellent aesthetic outcomes.