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Melanoma 5-year survival by tumor thickness

 

Depth (mm)

5-year survival

< 0.85

99%

0.85 – 1.69

94%

1.70 – 3.64

78%

> 3.65

42%

  • spread to lymph nodes requires removal of regional lymph nodes
  • all patients with invasive melanoma are followed carefully for many years for evidence of systemic involvement
  • systemic involvement is usually an indication for chemotherapy, although response rates are low

    Melanoma 5-year survival by stage

    Stage Description 5-year survival
    I Local (skin) 94%
    II Regional lymph nodes 60%
    III Distant metastases 16%

     

  
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