TY - JOUR T1 - Malignant melanoma: Treatments emerging, but early detection is still key JF - Cleveland Clinic Journal of Medicine JO - Cleve Clin J Med SP - 529 LP - 545 VL - 69 IS - 7 AU - Paul Masci AU - Ernest C. Borden A2 - Markman, Maurie Y1 - 2002/07/01 UR - http://www.ccjm.org/content/69/7/529.abstract N2 - 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. ER -