The predictive value of CD8, CD4, CD68, and human leukocyte antigen‐D‐related cells in the prognosis of cutaneous malignant melanoma with vertical growth phase

Abstract

The presence and number of infiltrating CD8 lymphocytes as well as the overall occurrence of HLA-DR cells may be considered independent, favorable prognostic factors in melanoma. The current results may be important for identifying other prognostic factors with which to evaluate disease progression and develop immune therapies for patients with melanoma.