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Review
. 2014 Jun;28(3):415-35.
doi: 10.1016/j.hoc.2014.02.010.

State of melanoma: an historic overview of a field in transition

Vikram C Gorantla  1 , John M Kirkwood  2
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Review

State of melanoma: an historic overview of a field in transition

Vikram C Gorantla et al. Hematol Oncol Clin North Am. 2014 Jun.

Abstract

The last 30 years has seen a revolution in melanoma. Fundamental elements of the surgical, adjuvant medical, and systemic therapy for the disease have been significantly altered toward improved management and better outcomes. The intent of this article is to reflect on past efforts and research in melanoma and the current landscape of treatment of melanoma. The authors also hope to capture the excitement currently rippling through the field and the hope for a cure. The intent of treatment of advanced melanoma, which was once considered incurable, has changed from palliative to potentially curative.

Keywords: Adjuvant; Biology; Combination therapy; Immunotherapy; Melanoma; Neoadjuvant; Prognosis; Targeted therapies.

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