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The metastasizing thin cutaneous melanoma. Case report.

J Lock-Andersen1, N C Hastrup, K T Drzewiecki

  • 1Department of Plastic Surgery, Rigshospitalet, Copenhagen, Denmark.

Scandinavian Journal of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and Hand Surgery
|January 1, 1989
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Thin cutaneous melanomas, even when small, can metastasize. This case highlights the need for vigilant monitoring of patients with thin melanomas for metastatic disease, regardless of primary tumor thickness.

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Area of Science:

  • Oncology
  • Dermatology
  • Pathology

Background:

  • Cutaneous melanoma is a significant health concern.
  • Thin melanomas (<1 mm) are generally associated with a good prognosis.
  • Metastasis can occur even in thin melanomas.

Observation:

  • A case of thin cutaneous malignant melanoma (0.69 mm) without regression is presented.
  • The patient exhibited metastases to regional lymph nodes.
  • Literature review on thin melanoma metastasis was conducted.

Findings:

  • Thin melanomas can metastasize to regional lymph nodes.
  • Tumor thickness alone may not be a sufficient predictor of metastasis.
  • Metastatic potential exists irrespective of primary tumor size in thin melanomas.

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Implications:

  • Close follow-up is crucial for all patients with thin melanomas.
  • Early detection of metastasis is vital for improved patient outcomes.
  • Clinical vigilance is paramount in managing cutaneous melanoma.