El melanoma Melanoma Melanoma is a malignant tumor arising from melanocytes, the melanin-producing cells of the epidermis. These tumors are most common in fair-skinned individuals with a history of excessive sun exposure and sunburns. Melanoma es un tumor Tumor Inflammation maligno que surge de los LOS Neisseria melanocitos, las células productoras de melanina de la epidermis Epidermis The external, nonvascular layer of the skin. It is made up, from within outward, of five layers of epithelium: (1) basal layer (stratum basale epidermidis); (2) spinous layer (stratum spinosum epidermidis); (3) granular layer (stratum granulosum epidermidis); (4) clear layer (stratum lucidum epidermidis); and (5) horny layer (stratum corneum epidermidis). Skin: Structure and Functions. Estos tumores son más comunes en EN Erythema nodosum is an immune-mediated panniculitis (inflammation of the subcutaneous fat) caused by a type IV (delayed-type) hypersensitivity reaction. It commonly manifests in young women as tender, erythematous nodules on the shins. Erythema Nodosum personas de piel clara con antecedentes de exposición solar excesiva y quemaduras solares. Los LOS Neisseria melanomas generalmente se presentan como lesiones cutáneas pigmentadas, pero pueden ocurrir en EN Erythema nodosum is an immune-mediated panniculitis (inflammation of the subcutaneous fat) caused by a type IV (delayed-type) hypersensitivity reaction. It commonly manifests in young women as tender, erythematous nodules on the shins. Erythema Nodosum las superficies mucosas, como en EN Erythema nodosum is an immune-mediated panniculitis (inflammation of the subcutaneous fat) caused by a type IV (delayed-type) hypersensitivity reaction. It commonly manifests in young women as tender, erythematous nodules on the shins. Erythema Nodosum los LOS Neisseria ojos, el canal anal y las regiones genitales. Los LOS Neisseria hallazgos comunes pueden incluir Asimetría de la lesión, Borde irregular, Color variable Variable Variables represent information about something that can change. The design of the measurement scales, or of the methods for obtaining information, will determine the data gathered and the characteristics of that data. As a result, a variable can be qualitative or quantitative, and may be further classified into subgroups. Types of Variables, Diámetro > 6 mm MM Multiple myeloma (MM) is a malignant condition of plasma cells (activated B lymphocytes) primarily seen in the elderly. Monoclonal proliferation of plasma cells results in cytokine-driven osteoclastic activity and excessive secretion of IgG antibodies. Multiple Myeloma y características Evolutivas (ABCDE). El diagnóstico definitivo se establece con la biopsia. El tratamiento se basa principalmente en EN Erythema nodosum is an immune-mediated panniculitis (inflammation of the subcutaneous fat) caused by a type IV (delayed-type) hypersensitivity reaction. It commonly manifests in young women as tender, erythematous nodules on the shins. Erythema Nodosum la escisión quirúrgica. El pronóstico es muy bueno para las lesiones en EN Erythema nodosum is an immune-mediated panniculitis (inflammation of the subcutaneous fat) caused by a type IV (delayed-type) hypersensitivity reaction. It commonly manifests in young women as tender, erythematous nodules on the shins. Erythema Nodosum etapa temprana, pero bastante desalentador para la enfermedad metastásica. De todas las neoplasias malignas de la piel, el melanoma Melanoma Melanoma is a malignant tumor arising from melanocytes, the melanin-producing cells of the epidermis. These tumors are most common in fair-skinned individuals with a history of excessive sun exposure and sunburns. Melanoma generalmente conlleva el peor pronóstico.
Last updated: Dec 15, 2025
El melanoma Melanoma Melanoma is a malignant tumor arising from melanocytes, the melanin-producing cells of the epidermis. These tumors are most common in fair-skinned individuals with a history of excessive sun exposure and sunburns. Melanoma es un tumor Tumor Inflammation maligno que surge de los LOS Neisseria melanocitos, las células productoras de melanina de la epidermis Epidermis The external, nonvascular layer of the skin. It is made up, from within outward, of five layers of epithelium: (1) basal layer (stratum basale epidermidis); (2) spinous layer (stratum spinosum epidermidis); (3) granular layer (stratum granulosum epidermidis); (4) clear layer (stratum lucidum epidermidis); and (5) horny layer (stratum corneum epidermidis). Skin: Structure and Functions.
Tipos principales:
| Tipos | Frecuencia | Crecimiento | Morfología | Localizaciones comunes |
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| Melanoma Melanoma Melanoma is a malignant tumor arising from melanocytes, the melanin-producing cells of the epidermis. These tumors are most common in fair-skinned individuals with a history of excessive sun exposure and sunburns. Melanoma de extensión superficial | 60%–75% |
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| Melanoma Melanoma Melanoma is a malignant tumor arising from melanocytes, the melanin-producing cells of the epidermis. These tumors are most common in fair-skinned individuals with a history of excessive sun exposure and sunburns. Melanoma nodular | 15%–30% |
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| Melanoma Melanoma Melanoma is a malignant tumor arising from melanocytes, the melanin-producing cells of the epidermis. These tumors are most common in fair-skinned individuals with a history of excessive sun exposure and sunburns. Melanoma lentigo maligno | 10% |
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| Melanoma Melanoma Melanoma is a malignant tumor arising from melanocytes, the melanin-producing cells of the epidermis. These tumors are most common in fair-skinned individuals with a history of excessive sun exposure and sunburns. Melanoma acral lentiginoso | <5%; tipo más común en EN Erythema nodosum is an immune-mediated panniculitis (inflammation of the subcutaneous fat) caused by a type IV (delayed-type) hypersensitivity reaction. It commonly manifests in young women as tender, erythematous nodules on the shins. Erythema Nodosum individuos asiáticos y de piel oscura |
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Variantes poco comunes:

Melanoma de extensión superficial: tipo más común: este melanoma es plano y tiene un crecimiento horizontal y una pigmentación variable . Imagen : “Dermoscopy as a technique for the early identification of foot melanoma” por Bristow IR, Bowling J. Licencia: CC BY 2.0

Múltiples melanomas nodulares grandes:
Fotografía de la cara (A) y la parte superior de la espalda (B) de una mujer que presenta múltiples melanomas nodulares grandes

Melanoma lentigo maligno en la mejilla izquierda:
Se observa una mancha marrón de 2 x 1 cm en la mejilla izquierda del paciente.

Melanoma acral lentiginoso del pie
Imagen: “Dermoscopy as a technique for the early identification of foot melanoma” por Bristow IR, Bowling J Licencia: CC BY 2.0Profundidad de Breslow:
| Etapa de Breslow | Espesor tumoral |
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| Estadio 1 | ≤ 1 mm MM Multiple myeloma (MM) is a malignant condition of plasma cells (activated B lymphocytes) primarily seen in the elderly. Monoclonal proliferation of plasma cells results in cytokine-driven osteoclastic activity and excessive secretion of IgG antibodies. Multiple Myeloma |
| Estadio 2 | 1–2 mm MM Multiple myeloma (MM) is a malignant condition of plasma cells (activated B lymphocytes) primarily seen in the elderly. Monoclonal proliferation of plasma cells results in cytokine-driven osteoclastic activity and excessive secretion of IgG antibodies. Multiple Myeloma |
| Estadio 3 | > 2–4 mm MM Multiple myeloma (MM) is a malignant condition of plasma cells (activated B lymphocytes) primarily seen in the elderly. Monoclonal proliferation of plasma cells results in cytokine-driven osteoclastic activity and excessive secretion of IgG antibodies. Multiple Myeloma |
| Estadio 4 | > 4mm |

Melanoma cutáneo
Imagen: “Melanoma” por National Cancer Institute. Licencia: Dominio Público
Melanoma uveal que muestra pigmentos de color marrón oscuro con extensión extraescleral difusa
Imagen: “Pancreatic metastases from ocular malignant melanoma: the use of endoscopic ultrasound-guided fine-needle aspiration to establish a definitive cytologic diagnosis” por Journal of Medical Case Reports. Licencia: CC BY 4.0Los LOS Neisseria estudios adjuntos se utilizan para la evaluación de la enfermedad metastásica.

Parte del ABCD para la detección del melanoma:
En la columna de la izquierda (de arriba a abajo): melanomas que muestran (A) asimetría; (B) un borde desigual, irregular o con muescas; (C) coloración de diferentes tonos de marrón claro, marrón oscuro, negro; y (D) diámetro que ha cambiado de tamaño. En la columna de la derecha (de arriba a abajo): Los lunares normales no tienen características anormales (todas las lesiones no tienen asimetría ni cambios en el diámetro y tienen un borde y un color unifotme).
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| Etapa | Tumor Tumor Inflammation (T) | Ganglio (nódulo) linfático (N) | Metástasis (M) |
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| 0 | Tis | N0 | M0 |
| IA | T1a | N0 | M0 |
| IB | T2a, T1b | N0 | M0 |
| IIA | T2b, T3a | N0 | M0 |
| IIB | T3b, T4a | N0 | M0 |
| CII | T4b | N0 | M0 |
| III | Cualquier T | ≥ N1 | M0 |
| IV | Cualquier T | Cualquier N | M1 |
Escisión local amplia:
Cirugía micrográfica de Mohs:
| Profundidad de invasión | Etapa tumoral | Márgenes |
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| Tis | 0,51 cm | |
| 1 milímetro | T1 | 1cm |
| > 1–2 mm MM Multiple myeloma (MM) is a malignant condition of plasma cells (activated B lymphocytes) primarily seen in the elderly. Monoclonal proliferation of plasma cells results in cytokine-driven osteoclastic activity and excessive secretion of IgG antibodies. Multiple Myeloma | T2 | 1-2cm |
| > 2–4 mm MM Multiple myeloma (MM) is a malignant condition of plasma cells (activated B lymphocytes) primarily seen in the elderly. Monoclonal proliferation of plasma cells results in cytokine-driven osteoclastic activity and excessive secretion of IgG antibodies. Multiple Myeloma | T3 T3 A T3 thyroid hormone normally synthesized and secreted by the thyroid gland in much smaller quantities than thyroxine (T4). Most T3 is derived from peripheral monodeiodination of T4 at the 5′ position of the outer ring of the iodothyronine nucleus. The hormone finally delivered and used by the tissues is mainly t3. Thyroid Hormones | 2cm |
| > 4mm | T4 T4 The major hormone derived from the thyroid gland. Thyroxine is synthesized via the iodination of tyrosines (monoiodotyrosine) and the coupling of iodotyrosines (diiodotyrosine) in the thyroglobulin. Thyroxine is released from thyroglobulin by proteolysis and secreted into the blood. Thyroxine is peripherally deiodinated to form triiodothyronine which exerts a broad spectrum of stimulatory effects on cell metabolism. Thyroid Hormones |
Biopsia de ganglio linfático centinela:
Disección de ganglios linfáticos regionales:
Metastasectomía quirúrgica:
Factores pronósticos negativos:
Tasa de supervivencia a 5 años: