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Cutaneous malignant melanoma: Tabuk experience.

S al-Shlash1, Z al-Shareef, K Jaber

  • 1Department of Surgery, North West Armed Forces Hospital, Tabuk, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

African Journal of Medicine and Medical Sciences
|August 24, 1999
PubMed
Summary

Cutaneous melanoma (CM) is rare in the Middle East, with only two cases identified over two decades at a military hospital. This suggests a low incidence and mortality, possibly due to environmental and cultural factors.

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Area of Science:

  • Dermatology
  • Oncology
  • Epidemiology

Background:

  • Cutaneous melanoma (CM) incidence is rising globally, yet it remains rare in specific regions like the Middle East.
  • Understanding the epidemiological patterns of CM in diverse geographical settings is crucial for public health.
  • This study investigates the occurrence and characteristics of CM in the Tabuk military environment over a 20-year period.

Observation:

  • A retrospective review of hospital records from January 1978 to June 1996 was conducted.
  • Data included histological reports, surgical admissions, and outpatient statistics from the North West Air Force Hospital (N.W.A.F.H.).
  • Clinico-therapeutic information was analyzed for both existing and newly diagnosed CM cases.

Findings:

  • Cutaneous melanoma (CM) appears to be rare in the Tabuk military environment, with only 2 cases identified among 73,955 patients.

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  • The study suggests a potentially low mortality rate associated with CM in this population.
  • Surgical intervention with specialized reconstruction is indicated as the primary curative treatment for uncomplicated CM.

    • Implications:

    • Environmental factors, genetics, cultural practices, traditional attire, and building aesthetics in Tabuk may contribute to reduced CM risk.
    • Continued vigilance and targeted awareness programs are recommended.
    • Promoting sun safety among expatriates and maintaining cultural practices among locals could preserve this protective effect.