Merkel cell carcinoma in an immunosuppressed patient
Abstract Merkel cell carcinoma is an uncommon neuroendocrine carcinoma with a rising incidence and an aggressive behavior. It predominantly occurs in older patients, with onset occurring at a mean age of 75-80 years. Recognized risk factors are ultraviolet sunlight exposure, immunosuppression, and,...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Sociedade Brasileira de Dermatologia
2017-06-01
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| Series: | Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia |
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| Online Access: | http://www.scielo.br/scielo.php?script=sci_arttext&pid=S0365-05962017000300386&tlng=en |