Diagnosis and Expert Examination of Neoplasms of the Skin in Servicemen of the Armed Forces of Ukraine

Among the adult population in many countries, the military is at risk for developing malignant skin tumors which are associated with many risk factors including ultraviolet light. It is noteworthy that there are no clear criteria for the diagnosis of precancerous and tumorous skin diseases as well as the lack of recommendations for risk groups among servicemen and the diagnosis of malignancy of skin tumors among servicemen of the Armed Forces. A review of modern classifications of skin neoplasms and methods of early diagnosis of them, taking into account the prospects of early detection of melanoma and medical examination has been carried out. The early modern diagnosis of melanoma is emphasized to be associated with higher patient survival. Visual diagnosis must be supplemented by a dermoscopic examination and consultation with a dermatologist. There is a need within the military medicine of Ukraine to develop an algorithm for examining the patient and further examination in case of the presence of skin tumors. Multiple dysplastic nevi remain a complex diagnostic and treatment problem in modern dermatology. An important issue is the examination of the suitability for military service in case of the presence of multiple nevi.