Dermatology Flashcards
1
Q
describe ABCDE approach for melanoma?
A
asymmetry, borders, colour, diameter (>6mm), evolution
2
Q
if patient has suspected melanoma (as per ABCDE), next steps?
A
2-week wait referral to dermatology
3
Q
diagnostic investigation for diagnosis of suspected melanoma?
A
excisional biopsy
4
Q
define breslow thickness?
A
depth of tumour
5
Q
when should sentinel node biopsy be carried out for suspected melanoma?
A
if breslow thickness > 1mm.
6
Q
stage 0 melanoma size?
A
0.5cm
7
Q
stage I melanoma size?
A
1cm
8
Q
stage II melanoma size?
A
2cm
9
Q
describe stage III and IV melanoma?
A
metastatic
10
Q
treatment of stage 0 - II melanoma?
A
wide excision
11
Q
treatment of metastatic melanoma?
A
wide excision with adjuvant immunotherapy/ chemotherapy
