NODULAR MELANOMA - CASE REPORT AND DIFFICULTIES ENCOUTERED DURING CLINICAL MANAGEMENT ON PRIMARY CARE

Introduction/Objectives: Skin cancer such as basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, and melanoma is the most commonly diagnosed cancer. Although melanoma accounts for about 5% to 6% of skin cancer diagnoses, it accounts for approximately 75% of the mortality from skin cancer. It is important that the general public and health professionals recognize the warning signs of the most common cancers that could better prognosis if discovered early. It is recommended early diagnosis, but no screening for skin cancer. This study aims to report the case of a patient with melanoma diagnosed after biopsy performed by the family doctor and alert professionals working in primary care about the issue and difficulties encountered in the process. Methodology: It is a descriptive study based on chart review and bibliographical research on SCIELO, PUBMED and LILACS databases. Results/Conclusion: After the first contact, in three months the patient had performed a biopsy on basic health unit and had confirmed histopathological diagnosis. It was concluded that access, longitudinality care and the bond are essential. Despite the efforts of primary care professionals, there are obstacles in the care network that hamper and hinder the solving of the case.