Merkel cell carcinoma: a case report and literature review

Authors

  • Soulé-Martínez Christian Enrique Department of General Surgery, North Central Hospital of PEMEX, Mexico City, Mexico
  • Monroy-Ramírez Miguel Angel Department of Surgical Oncology, North Central Hospital of PEMEX, Mexico City, Mexico
  • Jaimes-Durán Edwing Michel Department of General Surgery, North Central Hospital of PEMEX, Mexico City, Mexico
  • Castellanos-Aguilar Leonel Department of General Surgery, North Central Hospital of PEMEX, Mexico City, Mexico
  • Ricarte-Almeida Eros Rafael Department of General Surgery, North Central Hospital of PEMEX, Mexico City, Mexico
  • Lupián-Angulo Arianne I. Department of General Surgery, North Central Hospital of PEMEX, Mexico City, Mexico

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.18203/2349-2902.isj20213182

Keywords:

Merkel cell carcinoma, Neuroendocrine carcinoma of the skin, Skin neoplasms, Polyomavirus

Abstract

Merkel cell carcinoma (MCC) is a rare, but highly aggressive, malignant neuroendocrine tumor, with a higher prevalence in men, Caucasians, and the elderly. It is usually identified in photo-exposed areas such as the head, trunk, and extremities. It is related to locoregional recurrences and metastases, which conditions a high mortality rate. Currently, the pathogenesis is unclear, but it is related to ultraviolet radiation, immunosuppression, and polyomavirus infection. Prompt diagnosis and treatment are essential to improve the survival rate.

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Published

2021-08-27

Issue

Vol. 8 No. 9 (2021): September 2021

Section

Case Reports