Breslow thickness

Breslow thickness

What is the 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 surface of the skin into the tissue below. This measurement helps doctors predict how the tumour will behave. It is also used to determine …
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Invasive melanoma of the skin

What is invasive melanoma? Invasive melanoma is a common type of skin cancer made up of cells called melanocytes. This type of skin cancer is more common in people with light skin tones who have a history of long-term sun exposure. Where does invasive melanoma start? Invasive melanoma starts from specialized cells called melanocytes normally …
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