Multiple congenital giant nevocellular nevi with halos. A clinical and electron microscopic study

Congenital Melanocytic Nevi with Halo Phenomenon: Report of Two Cases and a Review of the Literature

“…In some of the reported congenital halo nevi, an absence of the typical lymphohistiocytic infiltrate was noted 1–4 . In our cases, a striking distribution pattern of the inflammatory infiltrate was observed.…”

“…Halo nevi, also termed leukoderma acquisitum centrifugum, are benign melanocytic nevi surrounded by a hypopigmented zone; they usually occur in childhood or adolescence. The occurrence of a halo around congenital melanocytic nevi has rarely been reported 1–4 . We have observed congenital verrucous melanocytic nevi with halos in a 7‐year‐old boy and a 13‐year‐old girl.…”

The natural history of halo nevi: A retrospective case series

“…[20][21][22][23][24][25][26][27][28][29] We found 3 HN associated with CMN. Two patients elected to have the CMN excised.…”

Spontaneous Regression of Large Congenital Melanocytic Nevi, With a Halo Rim in 17 Children With Large Scalp and Trunk Nevi During 45 Years: A Review of the Literature

“…20,24 We found only one case report, a 53-yearold of no regression of multiple CMN with halos. 25 Parent education about the natural course, outcome, and importance of an annual well-child and full-skin examination is essential. 2,3 Educational materials about moles, melanoma, and value of sun protection should be given to patients.…”