Spontaneous resolution of Merkel cell carcinoma of the cheek after incisional biopsy.
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چکیده
M erkel cell carcinoma (MCC) is an uncommon neuroendocrine cutaneous neoplasm often seen in the head and neck area; it is typically associated with poor prognosis. There have been an estimated 17 cases of spontaneous resolution of head and neck MCC in the literature. We report a case of a MCC in the left cheek that demonstrated spontaneous resolution after incisional biopsy. Single case reports are exempt from institutional review board approval at our institution.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- Otolaryngology--head and neck surgery : official journal of American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
دوره 146 6 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2012