Anal melanoma: a rare, but catastrophic tumor

Introduction: Malignant melanoma of the anal canal is a rare and aggressive disease, which early diagnosis is difficult. Its presentation with no specific symptoms leads to a late diagnosis at an advanced stage. The prognosis of anorectal malignant melanoma is poor and frequently related to distant...

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Main Authors: Andréa da Costa Veloso, Jaime Coelho Carlos Magno, José Antonio Dias da Cunha e Silva
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Thieme Revinter Publicações Ltda. 2014-01-01
Series:Journal of Coloproctology
Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2237936314000045