Dysplastic Nevus Syndrome

**Semantic type:** Disease or Syndrome

**Definition:** An autosomal dominant disorder defined by the presence of multiple dysplastic nevi and a history of melanoma in two family members. Patients are at an increased risk for the development of melanoma.

**Synonyms:** - Atypical Mole Syndrome - B-K Mole Syndrome - Familial Dysplastic Nevi - familial dysplastic nevi