Skin Tumors Unit
What does the Unit treat?
The Skin Tumors Unit is a national reference unit, specialized in the treatment of metastatic melanoma and other skin tumors.
At HM Hospitals (CIOCC), the Skin Tumors Unit focuses on:
- Development of innovative clinical trials, especially in the field of immunotherapy for patients affected with metastatic melanoma.
Related Diseases
- Skin cancer (non-Melanoma).
- Melanoma.
- Choroidal melanoma.
Who is this Unit for?
The Skin Tumors Unit is aimed at:
- Patients with metastatic melanoma and other skin tumors.
- Patients seeking to participate in innovative clinical trials in the field of immunotherapy.
- Family members and caregivers seeking information and support for their loved ones with skin tumors.
- Healthcare professionals who wish to refer patients for specialized skin tumor evaluation and treatment.
How do we approach it at HM Hospitals?
Immunotherapy
Through drugs, we stimulate the patient’s immune system to naturally recognize and attack cancer cells.
Surgery
We aim to remove as much of the tumor as possible, preserving the function of the reproductive organs to the maximum extent.
Chemotherapy
We use state-of-the-art medications to reach and destroy cancer cells that may be present anywhere in the body.
Radiotherapy
We direct high-energy beams to destroy cancer cells, minimizing damage to surrounding healthy tissues.
Targeted therapies
They act on specific molecular targets of cancer cells, selectively disrupting their growth and spread.