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The Non-Melanocytic Lesions Part 2 course provides in-depth knowledge and practical tools for the identification, diagnosis, and management of malignant non-melanocytic lesions. This comprehensive unit emphasises dermoscopic evaluation, histological correlation, and evidence-based approaches.

This course explores the clinical, dermoscopic, and histological features of key malignant non-melanocytic skin lesions, including squamous cell carcinoma, basal cell carcinoma, and keratoacanthoma. Key topics include:

• Squamous Cell Carcinoma (SCC)
• Differentiating SCC in situ (Bowen’s disease) from invasive SCC
• Dermoscopic features of SCC, such as white circles, surface keratin, and polymorphic vessels
• Diagnostic challenges in collision lesions and distinguishing SCC from actinic keratosis
• Histological characteristics, including atypical keratinocytes, parakeratosis, and mitotic figures
• Keratoacanthoma
• Recognising the architectural and cytological features of keratoacanthomas, including their symmetrical structure and central keratin-filled crater
• Understanding their benign behaviour and management options
• Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC)
• Overview of BCC subtypes: nodular, pigmented, superficial, and aggressive forms such as infiltrative and morpheaform
• Dermoscopic patterns, including fine arborizing vessels, translucent stroma, and clefting at the stromal-tumor interface
• The importance of early detection and intervention for deep or aggressive BCC
• Other Malignant Lesions
• Introduction to less common malignancies, such as Merkel cell carcinoma and cutaneous lymphoma
• Dermoscopic and histopathological features for differential diagnosis
• Practical Applications and Case Discussions
• Interactive case studies to reinforce learning and application of diagnostic algorithms
• Evidence-based approaches to treatment and follow-up care.

By completing this course, participants will gain the expertise to accurately diagnose and manage malignant non-melanocytic lesions, reducing morbidity and improving patient outcomes. This program is essential for clinicians seeking advanced skills in dermoscopy and dermatopathology.

Learning Outcomes

1. Apply clinical and dermatoscopic information in evidence-based decision making with respect to skin lesions
2. Define and use key terminology for dermatoscopy
3. Apply decision algorithms in the diagnosis of both pigmented and non-pigmented skin lesions
4. Define and use terminology used in dermatopathology
5. Distinguish the histological features of common and less common benign and malignant non-melanocytic skin lesions.

Details

Cost: $195

Suitable for: All degree qualified medical practitioners.

Study mode: 100% online

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