Abstract
A strong foundational knowledge of dermatologic disease is crucial for a successful
practice in plastic surgery. A plastic surgeon should be able to identify and appreciate
common dermatologic diseases that may require medical and/or surgical evaluation and
management. In this article, the authors describe epidermal/dermal, infectious, pigmented,
and malignant cutaneous lesions that are commonly encountered in practice. Descriptions
include the epidemiology, pathogenesis, clinical course, and management options for
each type of lesion.
Keywords
dermatology - cutaneous - common - benign - malignant
