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Malignant Melanomas
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Malignant Melanomas
Classification, epidemiology, diagnosis, genetics, treatment & prognosis of skin cancer.
2,250 words (approx. 9 pages) |
28 sources |
1999
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"Malignant melanomas are a group of malignant neoplasms, primarily on the skin, that are composed of melanocytes (melanin- producing cells) (8, 17). Most melanomas develop from a pigmented nevus over a period of several months or years and occur most commonly in fair-skinned people with light-colored eyes. A previous sunburn can increase the risk of a person developing a melanoma. Any black or brown spot having an irregular border, pigment appearing to radiate beyond the border, a red, black and blue coloration observable on closer examination, or a nodular surface is suggestive of melanoma and is usually excised for biopsy (17). This paper will look at the classification, epidemiology, diagnosis, genetics, treatment, and prognosis of malignant melanomas.Melanomas occur in several different types: amelanotic.."
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Malignant Melanomas (2012, January 15). Retrieved February 12, 2012, from http://www.academon.com/Essay-Malignant-Melanomas/13793
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" Malignant Melanomas" 15 January 2012. Web. 12 Feb. 2012. <http://www.academon.com/Essay-Malignant-Melanomas/13793>
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