A case of malignant melanoma of the small intestine with cardiac metastasis.

Lian-di LiuMao DengShuang ZhengFang PengBin XiaoRan Chen

Published in: Echocardiography (Mount Kisco, N.Y.) (2024)

Malignant melanoma (MM) is notorious for its high metastatic potential, with cardiac metastasis being particularly severe as it involves cardiac structures and can lead to significant cardiac functional issues. While there is no standardized treatment approach, early detection and intervention can improve prognosis.

Keyphrases

left ventricular
squamous cell carcinoma
small cell lung cancer
high resolution
risk assessment
early onset
mass spectrometry
replacement therapy