Anal Melanoma Uncommon Pathology, Case Report

  • María Alejandra Arriola
  • Ximena Pazos
  • Mauricio Rodríguez
  • Omar Figuerido
DOI: https://doi.org/10.25184/anfamed2019v6n2a4
Keywords: Mucosal Melanoma, Anorectal Tumors, Diagnosis, Treatment

Abstract

Anal melanoma (MA) is an infrequent tumor, characterized by aggressive behavior and poor prognosis(1).
The nonspecific symptomatology and its similarity with benign anorectal etiologies, makes the diagnosis
difficult and leads to a delay in it(2)(3).Therefore, a thorough physical examination and a high index of suspicion
are necessary.
The case of a patient who consulted for a non-pigmented and painful anal mass with rectal bleeding is
discussed; which is diagnosed with anal melanoma.

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Published
2022-01-05
How to Cite
Arriola, M. A., Pazos, X., Rodríguez, M., & Figuerido, O. (2022). Anal Melanoma Uncommon Pathology, Case Report. Anales De La Facultad De Medicina, 6(2). https://doi.org/10.25184/anfamed2019v6n2a4
Issue
Vol. 6 No. 2 (2019): Anales de la Facultad de Medicina
Section
Casos clínicos

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