The Skin

Last updated (19 November 2003)

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The punch biopsy shows that the lesion is in fact a melanoma. What is the most appropriate next step?
Commence cytotoxic chemotherapy
Recommend radiotherapy
Do an excisional biopsy with a margin of 1 cm
Do an excisional biopsy with a margin of 2 cm
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Adrian P. Ireland