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Malignant melanoma of the mucosa

ORPHA:168999· ICD-10 C43.9

Definition

A rare, aggressive, neoplastic disease characterized by the presence of a melanocyte tumor that develops in any mucosal membrane. Clinical manifestations vary depending on the site of occurrence.

Prevalence
1-9 / 1 000 000
Age of onset
Adult, Elderly