Lingual melanoma : A case report of 70yo man

Authors

S. Benwadih, A.Derdabi, B.Dani, M. Boulaadas

Journal Information

Journal: Medpeer Publisher

ISSN: 3066-2737

Volume: 2

Issue: 7

Date of Publication: 2025/07/28

DOI: 10.70780/medpeer.000QGOA

Abstract

a case report on 70yo man. Introduction: lingual melanoma, which is a form of an oral mucosa melanoma, is rare with a very poor prognosis. The diagnosis relies on the anatomopathological examinations. Imaging is very useful to get oriented towards the diagnosis, such as CT scan, MRI, or even a PET SCAN. Surgery remains the best solution but its indications can be limited depending on the case, chemotherapy and irradiation theraoy are also an option.

Keywords

melanoma, lingual, rare