Welcome to another episode of "Prep with P Fella." In this episode, we delve deep into the world of melanoma. Join us as we embark on a thrilling investigation, from the first signs of clinical suspicion to the final stages of treatment. We'll break down complex concepts like risk factors, staging, and various treatment options, and take you through the patient journey as if you're solving an intricate puzzle. Whether you're already knowledgeable about melanoma or just starting to learn, this episode promises to enrich your understanding of this significant medical condition.

Topics Covered

Intro: Brief overview and introduction to the episode topic
Clinical Suspicion: Understanding the ABCDE criteria for melanoma detection
Risk Factors: Unraveling the complex web of melanoma risk factors
Histological Analysis: The importance of biopsy and how to read a melanoma histology report
Melanoma Subtypes: Exploring different melanoma subtypes and their unique features
Treatment Options: Detailed discussion on surgical intervention, immunotherapy, and targeted therapy
Patient Journey: Mapping the patient journey from diagnosis to treatment completion
Recap: Three key learning points and references for further reading
Outro: Wrapping up and a sneak peek into the next episode


References and further reading:

Morton DL, et al. Technical Details of Intraoperative Lymphatic Mapping for Early Stage Melanoma. Arch Surg. 1992;127(4):392–399.
Gershenwald JE, et al. Melanoma staging: Evidence-based changes in the American Joint Committee on Cancer eighth edition cancer staging manual. CA Cancer J Clin. 2017 Nov;67(6):472-492.
Faries MB, et al. Completion Dissection or Observation for Sentinel-Node Metastasis in Melanoma. N Engl J Med. 2017 Jun 8;376(23):2211-2222.