Melanoma in children and adolescents

Melanoma is one of the most common human malignancies, however we often don't often think of it as a disease that occurs in children. Although exceedingly rare, clinicians do need to be aware of paediatric melanoma and have a high level of suspicion for these lesions as they are often diagnosed late. 

In this podcast, a Surgeon, Dermatologist and Medical Oncologist discuss how melanoma presents in children and adolescents, and how this differs from the adult setting. They also discuss how melanoma should be managed in these patients and discuss two patient case studies. 

This podcast is suitable for Surgeons, Dermatologists, Medical Oncologists, GPs and other healthcare professionals.

SPEAKERS

• A/Prof Matteo Carlino - Medical Oncologist, Melanoma Institute Australia, Westmead and Blacktown Hospitals | Clinical Associate Professor, The University of Sydney
• Dr Gideon Sandler - Consultant Adult and Paediatric Head and Neck Surgeon and Surgical Oncologist, Westmead Hospital and the Children’s Hospital at Westmead Affiliate, Melanoma Institute Australia
• Dr Li-Chuen Wong - Consultant Paediatric and Adult Dermatologist and Head of Dermatology | Children’s Hospital at Westmead

Please note that this podcast was accurate at the time of recording (March 2020) but maynot reflect the rapidly evolving treatment landscape and approvals in Australia.

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