Merkel cell carcinoma of the vulva.
We present the clinical, histopathologic, and ultrastructural features of a primary vulvar Merkel cell carcinoma. This tumor appears to have a more aggressive behavior than those at other anatomic sites. A review of reported cases is presented. Preoperative evaluation and the role of surgery, radiotherapy, and chemotherapy in the management of these tumors are discussed.
Loret de Mola
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Department of Reproductive Biology, Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, Ohio 44106.
Hudock
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Steinetz
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Jacobs
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Macfee
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Abdul-Karim
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D015266:Carcinoma, Merkel Cell / Q000188:drug therapy / Q000473:pathology* / Q000601:surgery; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008113:Liver Neoplasms / Q000188:drug therapy / Q000556:secondary; D008875:Middle Aged; D014846:Vulvar Neoplasms / Q000188:drug therapy / Q000473:pathology* / Q000601:surgery