Glossary

Melanoma

Melanoma

Melanom·Also: schwarzer Hautkrebs, malignes Melanom

Melanoma is a malignant form of skin cancer that arises from the pigment-forming cells; it is often called «black skin cancer». It can form metastases at an early stage, which is why moles should be monitored.

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