Desmoplastic melanoma
Desmoplastic melanoma
Definition
A melanoma of the skin characterized by a proliferation of atypical spindled melanocytes in the dermis, in a background of abundant collagen. It usually presents as an amelanotic raised nodular lesion.
Also known as desmoplastic cutaneous (skin) melanoma, desmoplastic melanoma — per MONDO
Also identified as
Affected Organs
| Organ | Involvement | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Integumental system | Disease Has Associated Anatomic Site | NCIT · CC BY 4.0 |
| Skin of body | Disease Has Associated Anatomic Site | NCIT · CC BY 4.0 |
| Skin of body | Disease Has Primary Anatomic Site | NCIT · CC BY 4.0 |