Researchers observed significant stepwise increases in median Breslow lesion thickness with increasing age at diagnosis of invasive melanoma in White patients in the United States and general population in Australia, according to a letter to the editor published in the Journal of Investigative Dermatology.
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Genomic deletions explain why some types of melanoma resist targeted therapies
Melanoma is the deadliest form of skin cancer. With global incidence rates rising, new, more effective treatments are necessary to alleviate the health burden of the disease. Important advances in recent years include doctors using genetic tests to look for specific mutations they can target for more personalized, effective treatment.
Federated Learning Models Show Potential in Melanoma-Nevus Classification, but Improvements Needed
A multicentric, single-arm diagnostic study created a decentralized federated learning model for the classification of invasive melanomas and nevi, showcasing comparable results to centralized data models.
Many survivors of localized melanoma fear recurrence despite favorable prognosis
Despite the high cure rate of localized cutaneous melanoma, many patients who undergo successful surgical resection experience severe anxiety and fear about the possibility of recurrence, according to findings published in JAMA Dermatology.