Table 3 Protocol for Spitz tumors

From: The Spitzoid lesion: rethinking Spitz tumors, atypical variants, ‘Spitzoid melanoma’ and risk assessment

1. Examination of the entire lesion

2. Application of all histopathological, clinical, and other attributes for assessing abnormalities present

3. Seek consultation

4. Placement into risk category (Table 4)

5. Management of patient