Psychosocial sequelae in 29 children with giant congenital melanocytic naevi

摘要: Giant congenital melanocytic naevus (GCMN) may be expected to affect psychosocial functioning of children and their parents due deviant appearance painful treatment. To obtain insight into clinical aspects those suffering from GCMN, 29 diagnosed with GCMN syndrome or single received a dermatological examination, were interviewed, mothers teachers completed standardized questionnaires on the child's competence behavioural/emotional problems own adjustment. Social reported for 30% patients 25.9%. There was no correlation between visibility naevus, treatment child age psychological problems. Mothers considerable burden. It is concluded that are at increased risk social problems, suffer impact condition.