Melanoma Flashcards
1
Q
Melanoma cell of origin?
A
Melanocytes
De novo or ∆ in existing mole
2
Q
Risk factors for Melanoma?
A
UV exposure
Genetic
3
Q
Superficial Spreading Melanoma presentation?
A
Most C
U male backs, female legs
Growth horizontal vs vertical
4
Q
Nodular Melanoma presentation?
A
Rapid vertical growth
5
Q
Breslow’s Depth is?
A
measurement of lesion thickness from epi granular layer to deepest art of tumor
6
Q
Lentigo Melanoma presentation?
A
Chronic UV exposure areas
Slow horizontal growth
7
Q
Acral Lentiginous Melanoma presentation?
A
U darker-skinned pts
8
Q
Amelanotic Melanoma presentation?
A
Variable morph, subtle or no pigment
9
Q
ABCDE of Melanoma?
A
A = asymm (unmatching sides) B = irreg borders C = multi or unusual colors D = diameter > pencil eraser E = evolving/changing
10
Q
Most important factor for survival?
A
thickness/depth of invasion
