TY  - JOUR
T1  - Merkel Cell Carcinoma: A Case Study and Literature Review
A1  - Meryem El Ouazzani
A1  - Asmaa Lahouaoui
A1  - Imane Boujguenna
A1  - Nadia Mansouri
A1  - Anass Fakhri
A1  - Hanane Rais
JF  - Archive of International Journal of Cancer and Allied Science
JO  - Arch Int J Cancer Allied Sci
SN  - 3108-4834
Y1  - 2024
VL  - 4
IS  - 2
DO  - 10.51847/KesKDsJ7wG
SP  - 42
EP  - 44
N2  - Merkel cell carcinoma (MCC) is an aggressive form of skin cancer that usually occurs in older individuals, often with a history of prolonged sun exposure. This rare malignancy has been associated with various factors, including ultraviolet light, compromised immune function, and the presence of the Merkel cell polyomavirus (MCPyV). Despite ongoing discussions regarding the origin of the cancer cells, this tumor exhibits characteristics similar to the Merkel cells normally found in the skin, both in terms of appearance and immunohistochemical markers. This report describes a case from the Mohamed VI University Hospital Center in Marrakech, where a 79-year-old patient presented with a rapidly growing mass on their upper lip. The diagnosis of MCC relies on comprehensive pathological analysis, including immunohistochemical profiling, and it is essential to differentiate it from other malignancies to ensure proper treatment.
UR  - https://smerpub.com/article/merkel-cell-carcinoma-a-case-study-and-literature-review-ruj61ycxlafojkk
ER  -