Learn about stage 3 melanoma
What is stage 3 melanoma (resectable)? In stage 3 melanoma, the cancer cells have spread to nearby lymph nodes, or to the surrounding skin just outside the tumor. Because the tumor has not visibly spread to distant parts of your body, your prognosis (outlook) typically remains good. Resectable stage 3 means the tumor can be removed by surgery. Stage 3 tumors may be any thickness, with or without ulceration (broken skin). They are divided into 4 levels:
STAGE WHAT IT MEANS
Stage 3A Stage 3B Stage 3C Stage 3D
And if it has spread: l Through lymph vessels to nearby areas of skin, called satellite tumors l To nearby lymph vessels, called in-transit metastasis l To lymph nodes
These levels vary by: l T umor thickness l Ulceration
12 Melanoma Patient and Caregiver Guide | Stages 2–3
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