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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Published in:Dermatopathology (Basel, Switzerland) Switzerland), 2021-02, Vol.8 (1), p.29-32
Main Authors: Simonetti, Oriana, Molinelli, Elisa, Brisigotti, Valerio, Brancorsini, Donatella, Talevi, Davide, Offidani, Annamaria
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Biopsy
Case Report
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cutaneous melanoma
cutaneous metastatic melanoma
dermal melanoma
Gene expression
histopathologic diagnosis
Lymphatic system
Medical prognosis
Melanoma
Metastasis
Patients
primary dermal melanoma
prognosis
Skin cancer
Tomography
Tumors
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Summary: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.
ISSN:2296-3529
2296-3529
DOI:10.3390/dermatopathology8010005