Vaginal malignant melanoma in a healthy pregnancy -a case report

Vaginal melanomas account for fewer than 2% of vaginal malignancies. The mean age at diagnosis is 55 years and the prognosis is poor, with an overall 5-year survival rate of 5% to 10%.

Malignant melanoma; Pregnancy

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