Superficial spreading melanoma
A nodular melanoma arising within a superficial spreading melanoma on the back (SSM-patient3)
Keywords: 78 years, Asymmetrical erythematous nodule, Back, Breslow depth 6mm, Histopathology-confirmed, Male, Malignant melanoma, PT4b melanoma, Regional image, Superior irregularly pigmented macular area, Ugly duckling, Ulceration
What is superficial spreading melanoma?
Superficial spreading melanoma is the most common type of melanoma, a potentially serious skin cancer that arises from melanocytes (pigment cells) along the basal layer of the epidermis.
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