Malignant tumors of the anal canal and anus are rare pathologic events, representing less than 2% of all tumors of the colon, rectum and anus; according to reports, the incidence of melanoma does not achieve 0,1 to 1,2% of malignant tumors. Authors describe two cases of melanoma, discussing the data described in literature, focusing on the diagnosis aspects, treatment, evolution and prognosis. Cure rates are low and the disease presents high rates of mortality in short term.
Anorectal melanoma; melanoma; anorectal cancer; treatment
