Cockade naevus (syn. Naevus en cocarde)

A rare melanocytic naevus first described by Mehregan and King in 1972. The lesion is named because of its resemblance to a rosette. 

This chapter is set out as follows:

• Age of presentation - mainly arise in young patients

Distribution

• Lesions can be single or multiple
• Most commonly found on the trunk and scalp of fair-skinned individuals, especially children

Morphology

• Well-organised with central hyperpigmentation surrounded by concentric circles of lighter and darker pigmentation giving the lesion a rosette-like appearance
• Usually remain unchanged although the outer rim may fade

• Lesions are benign - treatment is not required