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Primary Dermal Melanoma: A Rare Clinicopathological Variant Mimicking Metastatic Melanoma

Primary dermal melanoma (PDM) is a rare distinct variant of cutaneous melanoma, predominantly occurring on the extremities of young or middle-aged adults. In comparison to conventional melanoma, PDM is characterized by unexpectedly prolonged survival and long-term survival. Thus, correct identificat...

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Detalles Bibliográficos
Autores principales: Simonetti, Oriana, Molinelli, Elisa, Brisigotti, Valerio, Brancorsini, Donatella, Talevi, Davide, Offidani, Annamaria
Formato: Online Artículo Texto
Lenguaje:English
Publicado: MDPI 2021
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Acceso en línea:https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7931035/
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/33535371
http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/dermatopathology8010005
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Sumario:Primary dermal melanoma (PDM) is a rare distinct variant of cutaneous melanoma, predominantly occurring on the extremities of young or middle-aged adults. In comparison to conventional melanoma, PDM is characterized by unexpectedly prolonged survival and long-term survival. Thus, correct identification of this variant is crucial to avoid potential misdiagnosis and establish correct treatment and follow-up. In addition, no consensus and specific guidelines exist on the management of this peculiar subtype of cutaneous melanoma.