Misdiagnosed Wart Highlights Importance of Obtaining Biopsy of Changing Skin Lesions
Patients who present with irregular or growing amelanocytic lesions on the acral surface of the hands or feet should undergo biopsy promptly.
All articles by Susan Moench, PhD, PA-C
Incidence, Site of Pediatric Melanoma Different Among Male and Female Adolescents and Young Adults
Researchers in Colorado reviewed data on melanoma in pediatric patients 10 to 19 years, finding sex-specific differences in anatomic site and incidence of the disease.
Primary Histologic Subtype an Independent Predictor of Survival in Melanoma
A comparison study of the tumor molecular profiles of NM and SSM sought to explain the distinctly different prognoses among patients with either of these 2 histologic subtypes.
Survey Shows Gaps in Skin Cancer Knowledge, Health Practices in a Population of Men
A cross-sectional survey revealed the extent of knowledge about skin cancer and skin health behaviors among residents of a Midwest homeless shelter for men.
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