Primary melanoma of the central nervous system
Primary melanoma of the central nervous system
Definition
A melanoma that affects the central nervous system. It is characterized by pleomorphism, melanin pigmentation, a high mitotic rate, necrosis, and hemorrhage. It is a highly aggressive and radioresistant tumor. The prognosis is usually poor.
Also known as Central nervous system melanoma, central nervous system melanoma (disease), CNS melanoma, melanoma (disease) of central nervous system, melanoma of central nervous system, melanoma of CNS, melanoma of the Central nervous system, melanoma of the CNS — per MONDO