Concordance between reflectance confocal microscopy and histopathology for the diagnosis of acral lentiginous melanoma
Yunmin Zou,
Xiaohong Zhu,
Rushan Xia
Abstract:BackgroundAcral lentiginous melanoma (ALM) is a highly malignant and invasive type of melanoma with unique locations of onset. Its incidence is increasing and early diagnosis is challenging. Reflectance confocal microscopy (RCM) is a non‐invasive technique that provides an accurate image of tissue pathology. There are few reports on the use of RCM for the assessment of ALM.Materials and methodsIn this retrospective study, data from 31 patients with a clinical diagnosis of ALM were collected. RCM image features… Show more
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