Primary malignant melanoma of the oesophagus: a case report
2007
Case Report of Primary Malignant Melanoma of the Oesophagus
Sample size: 1
publication
Evidence: low
Author Information
Author(s): Kelly Justin, Leader Mary, Broe Patrick
Primary Institution: Beaumont Hospital, Dublin, Ireland
Conclusion
The patient underwent successful treatment for primary malignant melanoma of the oesophagus and showed no evidence of disease recurrence at 18 months post-operation.
Supporting Evidence
- Primary malignant melanoma of the oesophagus is extremely rare, comprising less than 0.2% of all primary oesophageal neoplasms.
- There are fewer than 250 reported cases worldwide.
- The mean survival rate is reported to be less than 5% at 5 years.
- The patient had a three-month history of worsening dysphagia and significant weight loss.
- Post-operative follow-up showed no evidence of disease recurrence at 18 months.
Takeaway
A man had a rare type of cancer in his esophagus, and after surgery and treatment, he is doing well and has no signs of the cancer coming back.
Methodology
The patient was treated with subtotal oesophageal resection and immunomodulatory therapy.
Limitations
The rarity of the condition makes it difficult to generalize findings.
Participant Demographics
A 48-year-old male with no prior history of melanoma.
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