Primary melanoma of the small intestine: case report
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https://doi.org/10.34117/bjdv11n9-030Keywords:
melanoma, small intestine, gastrointestinal tractAbstract
Primary malignant melanoma of the small intestine is a rare and aggressive condition that presents with nonspecific symptoms, often resulting in delayed diagnosis and hindering patient survival. Surgery remains the mainstay of treatment. In this paper, we present a case of primary malignant melanoma of the small intestine.
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