This course provides a practical overview of the histopathological assessment of primary cutaneous melanoma. Through a real clinical case, you'll learn how key pathological features—including Breslow thickness, mitotic rate, ulceration, and sentinel lymph node status—influence staging, prognosis, and treatment decisions. The course also reviews biopsy techniques, pathology reporting, and current clinical management guidelines.
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Histopathological features of primary cutaneous melanoma
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Understanding Breslow thickness and melanoma staging
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Prognostic indicators including mitotic rate and ulceration
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Role of immunohistochemistry in melanoma diagnosis
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Sentinel lymph node biopsy indications and clinical guidelines
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Surgical margins and management based on tumour stage
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Best practice biopsy techniques for pigmented lesions
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Interpreting pathology reports and clinician–pathologist communication
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Follow-up recommendations and long-term melanoma surveillance
