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Common site for melanoma in men
In men, melanoma is most commonly found on the trunk (the chest and back).
Use of Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy in melanoma treatment
Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy (SLNB) is a procedure used to determine if melanoma has spread to nearby lymph nodes. It is a prognostic tool rather than a treatment, and can guide treatment decisions.
Age group most affected by melanoma
Melanoma is most commonly diagnosed in individuals aged 55-64 years, but it can occur at any age.
The role of UV radiation in melanoma development
Exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun and tanning beds is a major risk factor for the development of melanoma.
The importance of melanin in relation to melanoma
Melanin is the pigment that gives skin its color and helps protect it from the sun. However, its presence also can be associated with the development of melanoma when skin cells become damaged and mutate.
Common site for melanoma in women
In women, melanoma commonly develops on the lower legs.
Survival rate for early-detected melanoma
The 5-year survival rate for melanoma that is detected early, when it is localized, is approximately 99%.
Melanoma's metastatic potential
Melanoma can be very dangerous because it has the ability to spread (metastasize) to other parts of the body, including vital organs.
Mutation of the BRAF gene in melanoma patients
Approximately 50% of melanoma patients have a mutation in the BRAF gene, which may affect the growth of cancer cells.
The ABCDE rule for melanoma detection
The ABCDE rule is a tool to help detect melanoma early by checking moles for Asymmetry, Border irregularity, Color that is not uniform, Diameter greater than 6mm, and Evolving size, shape or color.
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