In:
Case Reports in Otolaryngology, Hindawi Limited, Vol. 2012 ( 2012), p. 1-4
Abstract:
Cutaneous neuroendocrine carcinoma (cNEC) is rarely seen in the external ear. In this paper, we newly describe a patient with cNEC in his right external auditory canal, followed by a further discussion on the clinical features, diagnosis, and treatments of cNEC of the external ear. A review of the literature showed that cNEC of the external auditory canal generally presents as asymptomatic and that pathology yields the most confirmative diagnosis. A wide resection with adjuvant radiotherapy and chemotherapy is recommended. The overall prognosis of this condition is poor.
Type of Medium:
Online Resource
ISSN:
2090-6765
,
2090-6773
Language:
English
Publisher:
Hindawi Limited
Publication Date:
2012
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2648756-1