Korean J Obstet Gynecol.
1997 May;40(5):1102-1106.
A Case of Primary Malignant Melanoma of the Vagina
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- 1Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, School of Medicine, Keimyung University, Andong Presbyterian Hospital, Korea.
- 2Department of Pathology, School of Medicine, Keimyung University, Korea.
Abstract
- Primary malignant melanoma of the vagina are believed to arise from melanocytes whichmay be present in the epithelium of the vagina.These tumors are very rare and comprise less than 0.5% of all vaginal malignancies, which are the worst prognosis compared to other malignant vaginal neoplasms. We present a case of primary malignant melanoma of the vagina with brief review ofliterature.
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