Ultrasonic imaging has been used in the field of dermatology for nearly 30 years. In this
review, we seek to explain the basic principles of ultrasound as they relate to the skin. Based …

Background Cutaneous melanoma accounts for 75% of skin cancer deaths. Standard
treatment is surgical excision with a safety margin some distance from the borders of the …

The incidence of primary cutaneous melanoma has been increasing dramatically for several
decades. Melanoma accounts for the majority of skin cancer–related deaths, but treatment is …

Primary oral malignant melanoma (OMM) is a rare neoplasm, accounting for 0.5% of all oral
malignancies. The etiology is unknown; tobacco use and chronic irritation may play some …

Objective To compare partial and excisional biopsy techniques in the accuracy of
histopathologic diagnosis and microstaging of cutaneous melanoma. Design Prospective …

Melanoma Clinical Practice Guidelines in Oncology NCCN Categories of Evidence and
Consensus Category 1: The recommendation is based on high-level evidence (eg …

Certain skin cancers occur with increased frequency or altered course in patients infected
with HIV. Malignant melanoma and squamous cell carcinoma are examples of cutaneous …

Malignant melanoma is one of the most common malignancies. Its incidence grows rapidly
at an annual rate of 3− 5%. Although the incidence of melanoma remains low in China, it …

BACKGROUND: Vulvar melanoma is the second most common vulvar malignancy and
represents a significant women's health issue. OBJECTIVE: To report experience with 21 …

Background Melanomas with poorly defined borders, lack of pigmentation, lentiginous
extension, and location in cosmetically sensitive regions represent diagnostic and …