Advances in Dermatology

In the 2019 document from the Australasian Journal of Dermatology, several key topics in dermatology were discussed. S. Kossard presented a 25-year perspective on atypical naevi of the elderly, noting their increasing recognition and complex relationship with melanoma, including transitions to lentigo maligna and nested lentiginous melanomas. Molecular pathology has provided insights into the transition from naevi to melanoma. S. Zagarella continued a lecture series on Evidence Based Medicine, focusing on critical appraisal skills for research. J. Cargnello reflected on 28 years of experience at the Hair Clinic in Melbourne, discussing the evolution of treatment protocols for conditions like androgenetic alopecia, alopecia areata, and scarring alopecia. Lastly, J. Bolognia reviewed the various cutaneous manifestations of lupus, emphasizing the importance of distinguishing between different forms and recognizing signs that may indicate systemic involvement.