Contemporary Melanoma Management: A Surgical Perspective

Edited by Dr. Rohit Sharma, this issue of Surgical Clinics of North America delves into the comprehensive management of melanoma from a surgical standpoint. It covers a wide range of topics, including:

1. Genetic, Inherited, and Familial Melanoma – A detailed exploration of the genetic factors that contribute to the development of melanoma.
2. Staging Melanoma: What’s Old and New – An in-depth analysis of the current staging methods for melanoma, including the latest advancements and updates.
3. Surgical Management of Primary Cutaneous Melanoma – A comprehensive guide to the surgical treatment of primary cutaneous melanoma, covering the latest techniques and approaches.
4. Surgical Management of Regional Lymph Nodes in Melanoma – A detailed discussion on the surgical management of regional lymph nodes in melanoma patients, including the latest research and findings.
5. Non-Surgical Management of Regional Lymph Nodes in Melanoma – An overview of non-surgical treatments for regional lymph nodes in melanoma, highlighting their efficacy and potential side effects.
6. Principles of Immunotherapy in Melanoma – A thorough examination of immunotherapy as a treatment option for melanoma, including its mechanisms, benefits, and challenges.
7. Principles of Targeted Therapy in Melanoma – A detailed look at targeted therapy for melanoma, focusing on its rationale, efficacy, and potential side effects.
8. Role of Radiation in the Era of Effective Systemic Therapy for Melanoma – An analysis of the role of radiation therapy in the treatment of melanoma, particularly in the context of systemic therapies.
9. Melanoma of Unusual Sites – A review of melanoma cases that occur in unusual locations, including their diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis.
10. Ongoing Clinical Trials in Melanoma – An update on the latest clinical trials for melanoma, covering new treatments, therapies, and research findings.
11. Role of Surgery for Metastatic Melanoma – A discussion on the role of surgery in the management of metastatic melanoma, including its benefits and limitations.
12. Surgical Considerations and Systemic Therapy of Melanoma – An exploration of the surgical considerations that come into play when treating melanoma with systemic therapies.
13. Management of Loco Regionally Advanced Melanoma – A comprehensive guide to the management of loco regionally advanced melanoma, covering both surgical and non-surgical approaches.
14. Pathology of Melanoma – A detailed overview of the pathology of melanoma, including diagnostic criteria, histological features, and molecular markers.

This issue of Surgical Clinics of North America provides a comprehensive overview of contemporary melanoma management from a surgical perspective, making it an essential resource for healthcare professionals and researchers in the field.