Melanoma
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Complex link between gut microbiome and immunotherapy response in advanced melanoma
Previous studies have identified the gut microbiome as “a potential biomarker of response as well as a therapeutic target” in melanoma and other...
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At-Home Treatment of Pigmented Lesions With a Zinc Chloride Preparation
When asking patients about prior treatments, it may be prudent to specifically ask about over-the-counter products and their ingredients.
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High early recurrence rates with Merkel cell carcinoma
Approximately 95% of all recurrences happened within 3 years of the initial diagnosis in the prospective cohort study.
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Survey: Artificial intelligence finds support among dermatologists
Survey shows no real difference in acceptance between younger and older respondents.
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Why dermatologists should support artificial intelligence efforts
“I really do believe this is going to be the future,” Dr. Vishal A. Patel said.
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Therapeutic lymph node dissection may not be needed in melanoma when index node responds
“The take-home message at the moment is that melanoma surgeons should talk to their breast cancer surgeon colleagues to prepare themselves for...
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Sun-protective behaviors differ among Asian-American subgroups
“In our study, 29%-38% of Asian Americans had not consistently used at least one sun-protective behavior.”
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Pencil-core Granuloma Forming 62 Years After Initial Injury
Pencil-core granulomas can arise even decades after the lead is embedded in the skin.
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Pioneering test predicts return of malignant melanoma
The test will aid clinicians to identify genuinely low-risk patients diagnosed with an early-stage melanoma, the study’s senior author said.
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U.S. cancer deaths continue to fall, especially lung cancer
There has been an overall decline of 32% in cancer deaths as of 2019.
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Soon-to-be medical student awarded $10K after spotting melanoma
“The mole on the back of your neck is possibly cancerous. Please go see a doctor!”