Merkel cell carcinoma occurring in renal transplant patients.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
Merkel cell carcinoma is a rare, highly aggressive tumor that usually affects the head and neck of elderly patients. We describe 3 cases of this high-grade, malignant tumor occurring in the setting of renal transplantation.
Medical subject headings
- Carcinoma, Merkel Cell
- Kidney Transplantation
- Skin Neoplasms