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Plantar lentiginous melanoma. A clinicopathologic study
D Scrivner1, R W Oxenhandler, M Lopez
1Department of Pathology, Ellis Fischel State Cancer Center, Columbia, MO 65201.
Cancer
|November 15, 1987
Summary
Plantar melanomas, a type of skin cancer on the foot, can have a slow growth pattern. Early detection of this specific melanoma type improves treatment outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Dermatology
- Oncology
- Pathology
Background:
- Plantar melanomas are rare but aggressive skin cancers.
- Understanding their clinical and histologic features is crucial for prognosis.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze clinical and histologic features of plantar melanoma.
- To identify prognostic indicators for plantar melanoma.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective analysis of 20 plantar melanoma cases treated at Ellis Fischel State Cancer Center (EFSCC) since 1940.
- Clinical and histopathologic review of patient data.
Main Results:
- The lentiginous growth pattern was identified as a significant histologic feature.
- This pattern shares indolent growth characteristics with lentigo maligna.
- Plantar melanomas can exhibit prolonged latent periods.
Conclusions:
- The lentiginous growth pattern suggests a potentially indolent biologic behavior.
- Early detection of plantar melanoma offers a better prognosis and potential for cure.