Lichen planus-like keratosis: what do we know about it?

Clin Exp Dermatol. 2022 Nov;47(11):1923-1927. doi: 10.1111/ced.15318.

Abstract

Lichen planus-like keratosis is a common, benign pigmented skin lesion. It should be carefully diagnosed using modern diagnostic tools, such as dermoscopy and confocal microscopy, to avoid misdiagnosis as melanoma or other malignant pigmented lesions.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Dermoscopy
  • Diagnosis, Differential
  • Humans
  • Keratosis, Actinic* / diagnosis
  • Lichen Planus* / diagnosis
  • Lichen Planus* / pathology
  • Melanoma* / pathology
  • Microscopy, Confocal
  • Skin Neoplasms* / diagnosis
  • Skin Neoplasms* / pathology