PT - JOURNAL ARTICLE ED - Markman, Maurie AU - Paul Masci AU - Ernest C. Borden TI - Malignant melanoma: Treatments emerging, but early detection is still key DP - 2002 Jul 01 TA - Cleveland Clinic Journal of Medicine PG - 529--545 VI - 69 IP - 7 4099 - http://www.ccjm.org/content/69/7/529.short 4100 - http://www.ccjm.org/content/69/7/529.full SO - Cleve Clin J Med2002 Jul 01; 69 AB - Although we are beginning to develop treatment options for malignant melanoma, earlier recognition of potential primary melanomas remains the most effective way to increase survival in this highly malignant disease. This article reviews prominent risk factors for melanoma, key physical findings in at-risk patients, new melanoma staging guidelines, and recent and emerging therapy options.