malignant melanoma

noun

Examples of malignant melanoma in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web The malignant melanoma diagnosis came following a post-operative analysis of a mole removed during reconstructive surgery after her mastectomy. Janine Henni, People.com, 16 Oct. 2024 Fergie shared in January that she was diagnosed with malignant melanoma following a post-operative analysis of a mole removed during reconstructive surgery following her mastectomy. Janine Henni, Peoplemag, 8 Aug. 2024 One study found that 75% of biological men experienced low testosterone levels after treatment for malignant melanoma. Rachel Gurevich, Parents, 30 July 2024 As such, a case study conducted by the University of Madrid found that airline pilots have a higher risk of malignant melanoma and other forms of skin cancer, due to their prolonged exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation. Venus Wong, refinery29.com, 18 June 2024 See all Example Sentences for malignant melanoma 

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Word History

First Known Use

1951, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of malignant melanoma was in 1951

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“Malignant melanoma.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/malignant%20melanoma. Accessed 31 Oct. 2024.

Medical Definition

malignant melanoma

noun

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