Prevention, diagnosis, referral and management of melanoma of the skin
Concise guideline no. 7
Summary
Melanoma of the skin is an increasingly common tumour which usually occurs in white-skinned people, particularly those with pale skin and many moles. A fifth of cases occur in young adults, so the cancer has a large impact in terms of years of life lost. Melanoma often grows slowly at first, and therefore offers the opportunity for health professionals to detect and remove lesions at a curable stage.
These guidelines have been developed to provide clinicians with a practical, visual guide to recognise melanoma of the skin, and include an extensive series of photographs of moles, melanomas and other skin lesions. They are an essential guide for physicians, GP's and other healthcare professionals who may be able to recognise melanoma and reduce mortality.
Contents
- Summary of the guidelines
- What is melanoma and what is its epidemiology?
- Types of melanoma
- Who is at risk of melanoma?
- Where do they occur on the body?
- What is the relationship between moles and melanoma?
- What are the symptoms and signs of a melanoma?
- What are the diagnostic signs of a melanoma?
- Management
CODE:
15119 000(006)
ISBN:
9781860163012
A4 report, 14 pages
Publication Date: Aug-2007
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