Focus on Melanoma and Skin Cancer

 

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New Guidelines of Care for Treatment of Melanoma

Based on an extensive review of scientific literature and the recommendations of recognized melanoma experts, the American Academy of Dermatology (Academy) has released updated evidence-based guidelines for the treatment of melanoma, the deadliest form of skin cancer.

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Melanoma Treatment Options

Different types of treatment are available for patients with melanoma. Some treatments are standard (the currently used treatment), and some are being tested in clinical trials.

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Stages of Melanoma

The stages used for melanoma are defined.

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In the News - Melanoma and Skin Cancer

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Cancer Survivors Have Increased Risk of Cutaneous Melanoma

Concurrent Chemo and Radiation Confers Survival Benefit in Nasopharyngeal Carcinoma Patients

Study Suggests That a 2cm Excision Margin for Melanomas Thicker Than 2mm is Safe and Sufficient