Mucoepidermoid carcinoma of the caruncle.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
To report a case of mucoepidermoid carcinoma, a highly aggressive variant of conjunctival squamous cell carcinoma. We examined and treated a 57-year-old man with mucoepidermoid carcinoma of the caruncle, a highly unusual site for this tumor. In the past, simple excision of this tumor has been followed by rapid recurrence. Our patient underwent wide surgical excision of the tumor and has shown no evidence of recurrence after 16 months of follow-up. Mucoepidermoid carcinoma may first manifest in the caruncle. Histologically verified, tumor-free surgical margins are necessary for complete excision.
Medical subject headings
- Carcinoma, Mucoepidermoid
- Conjunctival Neoplasms