A nuanced exploration delving into malignant melanomas occurring in unexpected and less common anatomical locations

J Family Med Prim Care. 2024 Feb;13(2):800-803. doi: 10.4103/jfmpc.jfmpc_1778_23. Epub 2024 Mar 6.ABSTRACTMalignant melanoma originates from melanoma cells, which derive from the neuroectoderm of the ectodermal mucosa. The chameleonic presentation of malignant melanoma, its often asymptomatic nature, the rarity of the lesion, the grim prognosis, and the imperative for highly specialized treatment are critical factors that merit careful consideration. Herein, we report a compilation of five cases of malignant melanomas occurring at unusual anatomical locations, which were initially misdiagnosed, which on careful analysis with the use of immuno-histochemical stains were correctly diagnosed as malignant melanoma.PMID:38605775 | PMC:PMC11006043 | DOI:10.4103/jfmpc.jfmpc_1778_23
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