Central white scarlike patch: a dermatoscopic clue for the diagnosis of dermatofibroma

J Am Acad Dermatol. 2000 Dec;43(6):1123-5. doi: 10.1067/mjd.2000.109842.

Abstract

In this study, dermatoscopic examination of 24 dermatofibromas was performed to evaluate specific dermoscopic criteria. A central white scarlike patch was appreciable in 22 of 24 lesions, whereas 20 of 24 dermatofibromas exhibited a delicate pigment network at the periphery. This stereotypical dermatoscopic finding allowed the diagnosis of dermatofibroma in most instances. (J Am Acad Dermatol 2000;43:1123-5.).

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Biopsy, Needle
  • Dermatology / methods*
  • Female
  • Histiocytoma, Benign Fibrous / diagnosis
  • Histiocytoma, Benign Fibrous / pathology*
  • Humans
  • Immunohistochemistry
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Sensitivity and Specificity
  • Skin Neoplasms / diagnosis
  • Skin Neoplasms / pathology*