Primary malignant melanoma of the vagina: a case report and review of the current treatment options

Eur J Obstet Gynecol Reprod Biol. 2005 Aug 1;121(2):243-8. doi: 10.1016/j.ejogrb.2004.11.048.

Abstract

A case with primary malignant melanoma located in the posterior lower third of the vagina was encountered and treated by surgery, postoperative immunotherapy and chemotherapy. The tumor was close to the anal sphincter and posterior exenteration was done to achieve tumor-free surgical margins. The need for such radical treatment prompted us to review the literature and discuss our case with the rarest localization of the tumor in the vagina. We focused on the treatment options and the possible complication that may arise during the treatment of the primary malignant melanoma of the vagina. The need for radical surgery was discussed and the current treatment options were reviewed.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Female
  • Humans
  • Melanoma / diagnosis*
  • Melanoma / therapy*
  • Middle Aged
  • Vaginal Neoplasms / diagnosis*
  • Vaginal Neoplasms / therapy*