Generalised eruptive melanocytic naevi

Description

This phenomenon describes the rapid simultaneous appearance of multiple melanocytic naevi, often hundreds in number, on previously uninvolved sun-exposed skin. The phenomenon has been linked to immunosuppression, particularly in renal transplant recipients and in individuals receiving cancer chemotherapy, and may be considered a more advanced counterpart of generalised eruptive lentiginosis.

Index terms

Generalised eruptive melanocytic naevi

Excludes

2F20.00 – Multiple benign melanocytic naevi
ED61 – Generalized eruptive lentiginosis

Sibling codes

2F20.0 – Common acquired melanocytic naevus
2F20.1 – Atypical melanocytic naevus
2F20.2 – Congenital melanocytic naevus
2F20.Y – Other specific types of melanocytic naevus
2F20.Z – Melanocytic naevus, unspecified

Foundation entity

Generalised eruptive melanocytic naevi – http://id.who.int/icd/entity/858869202

Allowed postcoordination axes

Part of: 2F20: Benign cutaneous melanocytic neoplasms › 02: Neoplasms