Giant malignant melanoma: report of a rare case
Year: 2025
Type: article
Study design: Case Report
Abstract: Background: Malignant melanomas generally carry a poor prognosis, an amplified concern in cases of neglected melanomas that progress to substantial sizes. The term giant melanoma typically refers to tumors measuring over 5–10 cm, which are of rare incidence and often associated with an especially unfavorable outcome. Clinical Case: A 45-year-old woman presented with an 18-month history of swelling on the sole of her right foot. The mass had grown rapidly over the preceding 3–4 months. On examination, a large, fungating lesion with satellitosis was observed over the plantar aspect of her right foot. Surgical excision of the mass was performed, and subsequent histopathological analysis confirmed the diagnosis of giant nodular melanoma (NM). Conclusion: This case illustrates a rare instance of giant NM with satellitosis, emphasizing the aggressive nature and poor prognosis associated with delayed presentation and advanced tumor size.
Source: MGM Journal of Medical Sciences
Authors: Iqbal Singh, Kalpesh Vaghela, Jignesh Dangi, Vidhi Bhuva
Institution: Zydus Lifesciences Limited (India)
Language: English
Subfield: Oncology
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4411930493