Squamous cell carcinoma in situ upstaging is not frequent in the nail unit: a tertiary cancer center experience
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DOI: 10.1007/s00403-020-02125-7
Abstract: Squamous cell carcinoma in situ (SCCIS) of the nail unit is a complex malignancy; with little understanding of rate of upstaging or occult invasion in these patients. We sought to evaluate the rate of upstaging… read more here.
Keywords: rate upstaging; carcinoma situ; unit; cell carcinoma ... See more keywords
Nail unit ultrasound: a complete guide of the nail diseases.
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DOI: 10.1007/s40477-017-0253-6
Abstract: The nails have a functional and esthetic importance for patients. Almost always, the nail disorders are diagnosed on the basis of clinical findings, but imaging methods may be required for a better assessment. These imaging… read more here.
Keywords: unit ultrasound; unit; anatomy; evaluation ... See more keywords
Functional Surgery, When Possible, Is the Best Option for Malignant Tumors of the Nail Unit.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ad.2018.06.007
Abstract: The main aim of cutaneous oncology surgery is to remove tumors with sufficient safety margins to offer the greatest chance of cure. The second aim is to preserve, where possible, the function of the affected… read more here.
Keywords: surgery possible; surgery; possible best; functional surgery ... See more keywords
Commentary on Evaluating the Utility of Routine Imaging in Squamous Cell Carcinoma of the Nail Unit.
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DOI: 10.1097/dss.0000000000002443
Abstract: In this edition ofDermatologic Surgery, Dr. Clark and colleagues evaluate the utility of routine imaging in squamous cell carcinoma of the nail unit. Along with the skin cancer epidemic in general, malignant tumors of the… read more here.
Keywords: carcinoma nail; unit; cell carcinoma; squamous cell ... See more keywords
A Call for Evidence-Based Conservative Management of Nail Unit Malignancies
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DOI: 10.1097/prs.0000000000008968
Abstract: Summary: Nail unit squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma are the most common malignancies of the nail apparatus. Compared to their cutaneous counterparts, they are diagnosed later and perceived as more aggressive. This may result in… read more here.
Keywords: evidence based; management; evidence; nail unit ... See more keywords
Evaluation of large cellular remnants of melanocytes in the nail plate: An advancement in the correlation of diagnosis and prognosis for nail unit melanocytic lesions
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DOI: 10.1111/cup.14201
Abstract: In this issue of the Journal of Cutaneous Pathology, Oh et al have examined the relationship of large cellular remnants of melanocytes (LCRMs) in the nail plate in patients with subungual melanoma and nail matrix… read more here.
Keywords: nail matrix; subungual melanoma; plate; nail plate ... See more keywords
Clinicohistopathologic challenges and traps in the diagnosis of nail unit melanoma
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DOI: 10.1111/cup.14403
Abstract: Melanoma of the nail apparatus is challenging to diagnose for both dermatologists and dermatopathologists. Misdiagnosis or delayed diagnosis of nail unit melanoma can have fatal consequences and legal ramifications. This review educates dermatopathologists on challenges… read more here.
Keywords: unit melanoma; nail unit; diagnosis nail;
Squamous cell carcinoma of the nail unit: a retrospective review of 19 cases in Asia and comparative review of Western literature
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DOI: 10.1111/ijd.14306
Abstract: Reports regarding squamous cell carcinoma of the nail unit (SCCnu) are rare in Asia. read more here.
Keywords: carcinoma nail; cell carcinoma; squamous cell; review ... See more keywords
In situ nail unit melanoma: epidemiological and clinic‐pathologic features with conservative treatment and long‐term follow‐up
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DOI: 10.1111/jdv.15124
Abstract: Nail unit melanoma (NUM) is a rare melanoma variant, usually associated with a poor prognosis because of a delayed diagnosis. Few data are available concerning the management and long‐term outcome of in situ NUM. read more here.
Keywords: unit melanoma; nail unit; long term; situ nail ... See more keywords
Nail lichen striatus: Is dermoscopy useful for the diagnosis?
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DOI: 10.1111/pde.13916
Abstract: Lichen striatus is a unilateral inflammatory dermatosis that rarely affects the nail unit. When the inflammation involves the nail unit, classic lichenoid nail changes are easily detectable, more often limited to only one portion of… read more here.
Keywords: nail unit; dermoscopy; lichen striatus; nail ... See more keywords
Squamous Cell Carcinoma in Situ of the Nail Unit: Current Evidence and Recommendations for Patient Centered Treatment
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DOI: 10.1177/12034754221134226
Abstract: Squamous cell carcinoma in situ of the hand and nail is an infrequent tumor but represents the majority of hand and nail malignancies. While the conventional treatments of invasive nail unit squamous cell carcinoma include… read more here.
Keywords: cell carcinoma; treatment; squamous cell; nail unit ... See more keywords