Melanoma
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Overall survival dips with vitamin D deficiency in melanoma
The research adds to existing evidence that “vitamin D levels can play an important and independent role in patients’ survival outcomes.”
Case Letter
Ultra-Late Cutaneous Melanoma Recurrence Following 49 Years of Quiescence
In some cases of ultra-late malignant melanoma recurrence, the quiescent period can last more than 30 years.
Military Dermatology
Disparities of Cutaneous Malignancies in the US Military
Occupational sun exposure is a well-known risk factor for the development of melanoma and nonmelanoma skin cancer (NMSC), especially among US...
Original Research
Association of BRAF V600E Status of Incident Melanoma and Risk for a Second Primary Malignancy: A Population-Based Study
Dermatologists should be aware of the long-term risk of second primary malignancies after an incident melanoma.
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Hydroquinone, found in skin-lightening agents worldwide, linked with increased skin cancer risk
“The magnitude of the risk was surprising,” one of the study authors said.
Conference Coverage
Consider the ‘long game’ in tumor management following Mohs surgery
“Tumors should be thought about in the context of the patient and not as a single or isolated cancer,” Dr. Keith L. Duffy said.
Latest News
Second opinions on melanocytic lesions swayed when first opinion is known
Downward and upward shifts in severity from an accurate diagnosis are concerning because of the likelihood they will lead to overtreatment or...
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Experts: EPA should assess risk of sunscreens’ UV filters
The assessment is urgently needed and the results should be shared with the Food and Drug Administration, the experts said.
Dermpath Diagnosis
Firm Exophytic Tumor on the Shin
A 62-year-old man presented with a firm, exophytic, 2.8×1.5-cm tumor on the left shin of 6 to 7 years’ duration. An excisional biopsy was obtained...
Latest News
FDA acts against sales of unapproved mole and skin tag products on Amazon, other sites
Warning letters sent to three companies address possible violations from selling unapproved drugs for mole and skin tag removal.
Coding
Audit Proof Your Mohs Note
Medicare’s updated guidance for documentation of Mohs micrographic surgery includes some new requirements that Mohs surgeons should ensure are...