Melanoma Treatment by Stage

Melanoma Treatments

Melanoma Treatment by Stage: Recurrent

Treatment for melanoma that has recurred (come back) may include:

Surgery to remove the tumor
Radiation therapy as palliative therapy to relieve symptoms and improve quality of life
Palliative treatment with biologic therapy
Hyperthermic isolated limb perfusion.

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Written by/reviewed by: Arthur Schoenstadt, MD

Last reviewed by: Arthur Schoenstadt, MD

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