Breslow thickness

Breslow thickness

The Breslow thickness (or Breslow depth) is used to describe how far tumour cells in a type of skin cancer called melanoma have spread from the epidermis on the surface of the skin into the tissue below. It is the deepest point of invasion. This measurement helps doctors predict how the tumour will behave. It …
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Invasive melanoma of the skin

Invasive melanoma is a type of skin cancer that begins in the melanocytes, the cells responsible for producing pigment in the skin. Unlike some other forms of skin cancer, invasive melanoma can grow deeper into the skin and spread to other parts of the body if not treated early. It is the most serious form …
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