Year: 2025
Type: article
Study design: Case Report
Abstract: a case report on 70yo man. Introduction: lingual melanoma, which is a form of an oral mucosa melanoma, is rare with a very poor prognosis. The diagnosis relies on the anatomopathological examinations. Imaging is very useful to get oriented towards the diagnosis, such as CT scan, MRI, or even a PET SCAN. Surgery remains the best solution but its indications can be limited depending on the case, chemotherapy and irradiation theraoy are also an option.
Source: MedPeer publisher
Authors: S. Benwadih, A Derdabi, B Dani, M. Boulaadashas
Language: English
Subfield: Periodontics
Field: Dentistry
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: hybrid
OpenAlex ID: W4413098374