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The Non-Melanocytic Lesions Part 1 course provides a comprehensive approach to understanding and diagnosing non-melanocytic skin lesions. This single-unit course focuses on key diagnostic methods, dermoscopic patterns, and histopathological features to ensure accurate identification and management.

This unit introduces participants to the wide spectrum of non-melanocytic lesions, emphasising diagnostic precision and practical applications. Key topics include:

• Introduction to Non-Melanocytic Lesions
• Overview of benign and malignant non-melanocytic lesions, including keratinocytic, vascular, fibrous, and sebaceous lesions.
• The importance of pattern recognition in dermatological diagnosis.
• Dermoscopic Patterns and Diagnostic Tools
• Use of diagnostic algorithms, including "Chaos and Clues" for pigmented lesions and "Prediction without Pigment" for non-pigmented lesions.
• Recognising dermoscopic features such as clods, lines, and structureless patterns.
• Differentiating between benign lesions like seborrhoeic keratosis and malignant lesions like squamous cell carcinoma.
• Histological Correlations
• Understanding the histological architecture of common lesions, including seborrhoeic keratosis, solar lentigo, and dermatofibroma.
• Identifying features such as basal pigmentation, keratinocyte hyperplasia, and collagen changes in the dermis.
• Case-Based Learning
• Interactive case studies showcasing real-world examples of non-melanocytic lesions.
• Strategies for integrating dermoscopy and histopathology in clinical practice.

By completing this course, participants will enhance their ability to diagnose and manage non-melanocytic lesions effectively, reducing unnecessary excisions and ensuring timely identification of malignant conditions. This program is ideal for clinicians seeking to expand their dermatological expertise.

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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