Newly discovered dermoscopy features differentiate melanoma in situ from benign lesions, shows a study in JAMA Dermatology.
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Tag Archives: melanoma
Melanoma research roundup
In this slideshow, we highlight recently published research findings on newly identified genetic mutations associated with conjunctival melanoma, expanding the definition of melanoma to include population diversities, and dermatomyositis that fails treatment.
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Revised melanoma staging criteria
Staging system is derived from a new dataset of patients from 10 cancer centers around the world. Dermatologists should consider AJCC tumor characteristics as well as other factors in risk assessment, counseling, and follow-up plans for patients. Update takes effect in January 2018.
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Switching from an AIMP to a melanoma diagnosis
Significant residual pigment may indicate elevated melanoma risk in atypical intraepidermal melanocytic proliferation (AIMP) lesions.
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Update: Immunotherapeutic options in advanced melanoma
Cutaneous side effects of melanoma drugs
Cutaneous side effects of melanoma drugs
Do we need pigment to develop melanoma?
Melanoma in pregnancy
The controversies revolving around the risks and prognosis associated with melanoma and pregnancy are many and have been a flashpoint for much discussion and debate. While some controversies remain, clarity and consensus has been found among some of the current issues regarding melanoma and pregnancy.
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Melanoma quiz: Diagnosis, differential and black patches
71-year-old Caucasian woman presents with an asymptomatic 4 cm x 2.5 cm black patch.
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