Metastatic Malignant Melanoma of the Tongue-Base and Vallecula

Dhillon, Kaman; Virk, Jagdeep Singh; Khoo, Christine; Magarey, Matthew; Prasad, Jessica

doi:10.1177/0145561320950499

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“…A further 19 studies were excluded at this stage due to the criteria presented in Figure 2. The final number of studies meeting the criteria and thus included in the systematic review was 13 (Alves et al, 2014; Chuang et al, 2021; Compilato et al, 2012; Dhillon et al, 2022; Kim et al, 2001; Markman et al, 2018; Miller, 1971; Patton et al, 1994; Singh et al, 2014; Stern et al, 1993; Tas et al, 2015; Tzanavaris et al, 2022; Zegarelli et al, 1973).…”

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Tongue metastasis of malignant melanoma: A case report and a systemic review of the literature

Sääksjärvi,

Degerholm,

Ahde

et al. 2023

Oral Diseases

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ObjectivesThe incidence of malignant melanoma, with potential for tongue metastasis, is increasing. This study presents a case of tongue metastasis of cutaneous malignant melanoma, along with a comprehensive systematic review of the cases presented in English literature. The aim is to increase clinical and pathological knowledge of these challenging cases.Materials and MethodsThe literature search was carried out according to PRISMA guidelines by two independent researchers using four online databases: Medline, PubMed, Web of Science and Scopus.ResultsAltogether 24 cases of tongue metastasis of malignant melanoma were observed (mean age 54.9 years, range 27–86 years). The average time from the primary tumour to tongue metastasis was 4.5 years. The metastatic tumour was generally indolent or mildly symptomatic. The most prevalent clinical presentation was a submucosal, non‐ulcerated tumour mass, located in the tongue base or lateral surfaces. The prognosis at the time of tongue metastasis was generally poor, with a mean survival of 2.9 months.ConclusionConsidering the mild symptoms, varying age of the subjects and interval from the initial diagnosis, a comprehensive anamnesis and regular oral examination should be emphasized, and metastatic malignant melanoma considered in cases of lingual tumour.

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Tongue metastasis of malignant melanoma: A case report and a systemic review of the literature

Sääksjärvi,

Degerholm,

Ahde

et al. 2023

Oral Diseases

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“…Only 0.6% to 9.3% of patients with cutaneous malignant melanoma will have metastases to the mucosa of the upper aerodigestive tract. 1 Cases with metastatic malignant melanoma of tongue or tongue base were reported scarcely, 2,3 and they were rarely diagnosed by endoscopic approaches. Regional symptoms such as dysphagia, sensation of food sticking, or difficulty in swallowing are indicative early signs.…”

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confidence: 99%