Question

A 55-year-old woman presents with a changing mole on her left calf. It measures 8mm in diameter, has an irregular border, variegated colour (brown, black, and red), and has been slowly enlarging over the past 6 months. What is the most appropriate management?

Accepted Answer

Urgent suspected cancer pathway referral (2-week wait)

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Routine referral to dermatology

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Excision biopsy in primary care

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Cryotherapy

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Reassurance and monitoring with photography

Practice question

A 55-year-old woman presents with a changing mole on her left calf. It measures 8mm in diameter, has an irregular border, variegated colour (brown, black, and red), and has been slowly enlarging over the past 6 months. What is the most appropriate management?