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Disease association ontology term - MONDO:0044792 - large congenital melanocytic nevus

Term summary

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MONDO:0044792
Name
large congenital melanocytic nevus
Ontology or CV name
Disease association
Definition
A large, or giant, congenital melanocytic nevus (LCMN or GCMN) is a pigmented skin lesion of more than 20 cm - or 40 cm- respectively, projected adult diameter, composed of melanocytes, and presenting with an elevated risk of malignant transformation.

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Disease association

MONDO:0044792 - large congenital melanocytic nevus

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