Toward a new classification of Lentigo maligna: easy and difficult to treat Lentigo Maligna
Abstract
Lentigo maligna (LM) is defined as a melanoma in situ that typically develops on chronically sun-damaged skin, particularly on the head and neck. It often presents as an asymptomatic, slow growing, irregularly pigmented macule in adults over age 40 . LM shows a variable long radial growth pattern with the potential to progress to invasive lentigo maligna melanoma (LMM), with an annual progression risk of approximately 3.5%.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Cutaneous Melanoma Detection and Management
Nonmelanoma Skin Cancer Studies
melanin and skin pigmentation
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Dermatology Practical & Conceptual
- Volume
- 16
- Issue
- 1
- Pages
- 6969–6969
- Publication date
- 30 January 2026
- Language
- EN