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A 3D Organotypic Melanoma Spheroid Skin Model
Published on: May 18, 2018
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[Therapeutic revolutions against melanoma]
Mathilde Amiot1, Céleste Lebbé1
1Service d'oncodermatologie, hôpital Saint-Louis, AP-HP, Paris, France.
La Revue Du Praticien
|March 9, 2023
Summary
Melanoma, the deadliest skin cancer, requires early detection and prevention, especially due to UV radiation risks. Recent therapeutic advances improve survival for advanced melanoma, emphasizing ongoing research and practitioner awareness.
Area of Science:
- Dermatology and Oncology
- Public Health and Preventive Medicine
Context:
- Melanoma is the most aggressive skin cancer, causing 90% of skin cancer deaths.
- Incidence is rapidly increasing, doubling every 10 years, linked to UV exposure.
- Early diagnosis and prevention are critical due to melanoma's aggressive nature and metastasis risk.
Purpose:
- To review current diagnostic methods for melanoma.
- To summarize up-to-date treatments for melanoma, including advanced and adjuvant therapies.
- To highlight the importance of primary and secondary prevention strategies.
Summary:
- Treatment for advanced melanoma has significantly improved patient prognosis over the last decade.
- Adjuvant and neoadjuvant therapies show promise for earlier stages and reducing relapse.
- Non-dermatological practitioners need enhanced awareness for managing suspicious skin lesions.
Impact:
- Improved survival rates and reduced side effects for melanoma patients.
- Enhanced understanding of melanoma's risk factors and the critical role of early detection.
- Increased awareness and knowledge sharing among healthcare professionals for better patient outcomes.
Keywords:
Melanoma
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