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Journal of Cancer Research and Therapeutics
Medknow Publications on behalf of the Association of Radiation Oncologists of India (AROI)
ISSN: 0973-1482
EISSN: 0973-1482
Vol. 6, No. 3, 2010, pp. 365-366
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Bioline Code: cr10089
Full paper language: English
Document type: Case Report
Document available free of charge
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Journal of Cancer Research and Therapeutics, Vol. 6, No. 3, 2010, pp. 365-366
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Neuroendocrine tumor of vulva: A case report and review of literature
Sheikh, Zahoor A.; Nair, Indu; Vijaykumar, D. K.; Jojo, Annie & Nandeesh, M.
Abstract
Neuroendocrine tumor (Merkel cell carcinoma-MCC) of the vulva is a very rare entity with less than 15 cases reported in the English literature. It is known for its aggressive behaviour and propensity for early dissemination. The actual cell of origin and etiology of this disease is controversial. In absence of any definite guidelines for management (due to its rarity), extrapolation of data from extra-vulvar MCC seems logical. We present a case of vulvar neuroendocrine tumor who presented at a locally advanced stage.
Keywords
Merkel cell carcinoma, neuroendocrine tumor of vulva, vulvar carcinoma
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