Primary cutaneous melanoma of the breast region

Abstract

Background

Primary cutaneous malignant melanoma of the breast is a rare entity, accounting for less than 5% of all malignant melanomas.

Description of Case

A 74-year-old woman was seen for a lesion in the breast. Clinical examination and laboratory results confirmed the diagnosis of a primary cutaneous melanoma of the breast. The tumour was excised along with the axillary lymph nodes and supraclavicular lymph nodes. All tissues were sent for histological evaluation.

Conclusion

Despite its rareness, primary cutaneous melanoma of the breast region can be managed using the same techniques as for other skin parts. Wide three-dimensional local excision and sentinel lymph node biopsy is the selected treatment.

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