AFP: American Family Physician Podcast Episode 215 -- October 2024 -- Part 1 AFP: American Family Physician
Oct 15, 2024
Discover insights on melanoma treatment and the effectiveness of combination therapies for respiratory conditions. Learn about the management of hand injuries and conditions like trigger finger and arthritis. The discussion also covers the mental health of older patients, particularly depression, and evaluates surgery versus physical therapy for meniscal tears. Plus, enjoy a touch of Halloween humor with spooky ICD-10 codes that relate to common festive injuries!
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Melanoma Risk And Epidemiology
- Cutaneous melanoma arises from melanocytes and is the deadliest skin cancer.
- Median diagnosis age is 65 and about 2% of adults will get it in their lifetime.
Biopsy Technique Matters
- Biopsy any suspicious pigmented lesion with a full-thickness excisional technique when possible.
- Avoid superficial shave biopsies that may miss true Breslow depth.
Improve Detection With Dermoscopy And Mnemonics
- Use dermoscopy by trained clinicians to improve diagnostic sensitivity and specificity.
- Teach patients ABCDE and the ugly duckling sign to help identify concerning lesions.