Metastatic malignant melanoma of the esophagus.
The occurrence of secondary deposits in the esophagus from cutaneous melanoma has rarely been reported in medical literature. Since esophageal deposits may present as dysphagia, it is important that the clinical picture be defined. Such a case is presented, and the typical radiological appearance described. Surgical treatment for secondary melanoma deposits may be dictated by the need for palliation of symptoms, but the long-term results are poor.
D003680:Deglutition Disorders / Q000209:etiology; D004938:Esophageal Neoplasms / Q000150:complications / Q000473:pathology; D005260:Female; D005542:Forearm; D006801:Humans; D008545:Melanoma / Q000150:complications / Q000473:pathology; D008875:Middle Aged; D009362:Neoplasm Metastasis; D012878:Skin Neoplasms / Q000473:pathology