Melanoma
Receive expert care for melanoma with personalised treatment that focuses on effective removal and long-term protection of your health.
What is Melanoma?
Melanoma of the skin is a malignancy that grows from the melanocytes of the skin. It can grow locally, or spread to other areas of the body via the lymphatic system. Treatment of melanoma involves removing the malignant area, along with a margin of healthy tissue to ensure complete excision. Dr Marc Seifman’s approach combines oncological expertise with reconstructive techniques to achieve the best possible cosmetic outcome while ensuring complete cancer removal. Treatment may involve simple excision, skin grafting, local skin flaps, or more complex reconstruction.
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Recovery time: A few weeks for wound healing. If skin grafting is required, this may be slightly longer.
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Surgical procedure: Varies depending on the number of lesions to be treated and the complexity of the reconstruction
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Associated procedures: Depending on certain factors, other procedures,such as a sentinel lymph node biopsy, may be recommended. If this procedure is relevant to you, Dr Marc Seifman will discuss the indications, procedure, risks and benefits with you.
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Hospital stay: May be performed at Tailored Plastic Surgery as an outpatient procedure, or admission to hospital for day surgery or an overnight stay
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Anaesthesia: Varies depending on the number of lesions to be treated and the complexity of the reconstruction. May be local anaesthesia alone, local anaesthesia with sedation, or general anaesthesia.
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What is the process?
Post-operative care and recovery timeline
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Procedure Risks
Melanoma surgery primarily aims to remove the cancer, and reconstruct the area with both functional and cosmetic outcomes in mind. In addition to general surgery risks, potential risks associated with this procedure may include:
Wound Healing Issues:
Melanoma surgery involves incisions, and there is a risk of delayed wound healing, wound separation, or infection. Proper wound care and follow-up visits are necessary for optimal healing.
Scarring:
Melanoma surgery incisions result in scars. The appearance of scars can vary depending on individual healing processes and proper scar management techniques.
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Will further surgery be needed?
Depending on the type and extent of the melanoma, further surgery may be required. Dr Marc Seifman will discuss the management options with you, and where necessary, engage in multidisciplinary consultation to ensure you are provided with the appropriate evidence-based management.