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Pigmented spindle cell nevus

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A pigmented spindle cell nevus is a skin condition characterized by a dark brown to black macule or papule, usually less than 6 mm.[1]

Other namesPigmented spindle cell tumor of Reed,[1] pigmented variant of Spitz nevus[1]
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Pigmented spindle cell nevus
Other namesPigmented spindle cell tumor of Reed,[1] pigmented variant of Spitz nevus[1]
Micrograph of a pigmented spindle cell nevus (top of image). H&E stain.
SpecialtyDermatology
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It was characterized in 1975.[2][3]

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