Primary malignant melanoma of cervix: a case report.
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چکیده
Primary malignant melanoma of cervix is a rare entity. A case of primary malignant melanoma of cervix presented with vaginal discharge and black colored growth over cervix. Histology showed malignant pleomorphic cells with melanin pigment in the cytoplasm.
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عنوان ژورنال:
- Indian journal of pathology & microbiology
دوره 47 2 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2004