Computed tomography evaluation of recurrent Merkel cell carcinoma.
Merkel cell carcinoma is a rare cutaneous neoplasm with aggressive characteristics. Local recurrence following wide local excision is common. Computed tomography (CT) findings in a case of recurrent Merkel cell carcinoma are reported, with discussion of treatment options.
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Department of Radiology, University of South Alabama, Mobile 36617.
Sotile
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Byram
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Brogdon
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D000368:Aged; D000971:Antineoplastic Combined Chemotherapy Protocols / Q000627:therapeutic use; D015266:Carcinoma, Merkel Cell / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging* / Q000188:drug therapy / Q000532:radiotherapy; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D009364:Neoplasm Recurrence, Local / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging* / Q000188:drug therapy / Q000532:radiotherapy; D012878:Skin Neoplasms / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging* / Q000188:drug therapy / Q000532:radiotherapy; D014057:Tomography, X-Ray Computed