Keating Shawn, Machchhar Riddhi, Jain Ujjwala, Lipschutz Jordan, Naronowicz Gabriela, Chaudhri Moiuz, Kanukuntla Anish
Internal Medicine, Hackensack Meridian Ocean Medical Center, Brick, USA.
Internal Medicine, Ocean University Medical Center, Brick, USA.
Cureus. 2024 Aug 15;16(8):e66951. doi: 10.7759/cureus.66951. eCollection 2024 Aug.
Melanoma is a malignant neoplasm that arises in melanocytes, pigment-producing cells present primarily in the skin. However, not all malignant melanomas originate from the skin, and the other sites of origin include the uveal (eye) or mucosa (rectal or oral); it can have different patterns of mutations. While targeted therapies and immunotherapies have transformed the treatment of this disease in the metastatic setting, resistance mechanisms can still pose challenges for patients and their healthcare providers. We present a case of a male patient with metastatic melanoma and discuss its clinical presentation, diagnostic workup, treatment options, and outcomes. By exploring the complexities of this multifaceted disease process, clinicians and researchers can gain valuable insights into potential areas for improved management strategies. Ultimately, we should aim to deepen our understanding of melanoma and work towards better patient outcomes.
黑色素瘤是一种恶性肿瘤,起源于主要存在于皮肤中的黑色素细胞,即产生色素的细胞。然而,并非所有恶性黑色素瘤都起源于皮肤,其他起源部位包括葡萄膜(眼睛)或黏膜(直肠或口腔);它可能有不同的突变模式。虽然靶向治疗和免疫治疗已经改变了转移性黑色素瘤的治疗方式,但耐药机制仍然给患者及其医护人员带来挑战。我们介绍了一例转移性黑色素瘤男性患者的病例,并讨论了其临床表现、诊断检查、治疗选择和结果。通过探索这一多方面疾病过程的复杂性,临床医生和研究人员可以获得有关改进管理策略潜在领域的宝贵见解。最终,我们应旨在加深对黑色素瘤的理解,并努力为患者带来更好的治疗结果。