Myoepithelial carcinoma in the nasopharynx: An unusual localization


Tuncel U., Ergul G., ÖZLÜGEDİK S., Unal A.

Yonsei Medical Journal, cilt.45, sa.1, ss.161-165, 2004 (SCI-Expanded, Scopus)

  • Yayın Türü: Makale / Tam Makale
  • Cilt numarası: 45 Sayı: 1
  • Basım Tarihi: 2004
  • Doi Numarası: 10.3349/ymj.2004.45.1.161
  • Dergi Adı: Yonsei Medical Journal
  • Derginin Tarandığı İndeksler: Science Citation Index Expanded (SCI-EXPANDED), Scopus
  • Sayfa Sayıları: ss.161-165
  • Anahtar Kelimeler: nasopharynx, carcinoma, myoepithelioma
  • Sağlık Bilimleri Üniversitesi Adresli: Evet

Özet

Myoepithelial carcinoma is an extremely rare, malignant epithelial tumor which is usually encountered in the parotid region. In this report, a myoepithelial carcinoma arising from a minor salivary gland in the nasopharynx is presented, along with a discussion of the clinical, histopathological and immunocytochemical characteristics of this rare disorder. Larger clinical series and longer follow-up periods are needed in order to establish the best therapy option for these patients.