J Drugs Dermatol
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Lentigo maligna (LM) is an in situ melanoma that occurs in sun-damaged skin on the head and neck of elderly patients. Surgical excision is the treatment of choice for LM. However, surgical options may be limited by the location of LM in cosmetically sensitive areas. ⋯ Histologic clearance of the lentigo maligna was evident in skin biopsies. Imiquimod 5% cream appears effective in the treatment of lentigo maligna. We describe the treatment of a patient with facial LM with imiquimod 5% cream.