Long-Term Survival After Brain and Spine Metastasis in Malignant Melanoma.
case_report · Level V
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- Also identified by DOI 10.1016/j.wneu.2019.01.215.
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Abstract
Metastasis from melanoma carries poor prognosis and survival. Average life expectancy is estimated 4 to 6 months after diagnosis of skeletal metastasis. Comprehensive treatment, along with newer immunotherapies, has shown promising results. We report a case of long-term survival after metastasis to the brain and spine and discuss associated factors. Our report emphasizes the importance of regular and critical surveillance of the disease and aggressive surgical and medical management in melanoma.
Medical subject headings
- Brain Neoplasms
- Melanoma
- Skin Neoplasms
- Spinal Neoplasms