A Rare Case of Primary Malignant Melanoma in Brain

Abstract

Malignant melanoma arises from either melanocytes or their precursor cells, melanoblasts. As melanocytes are found in normal leptomeningeal tissue, it is not surprising that primary melanomas can grow within the central nervous system. Primary intracranial melanoma is uncommon and accounts for only approximately 1% of all cases of melanoma. It is difficult to diagnose a primary CNS melanoma upfront. Here, we are presenting a rare case of primary malignant melanoma in left frontoparietal area in 65 years old male patient. This case provides us with a good learning opportunity, which is to increase recognition and awareness of rare entity of primary malignant melanoma.