Cytological Diagnosis of Small Cell Carcinoma of Vagina - A Diagnostic Dilemma
Journal Title: Journal of Krishna Institute of Medical Sciences University - Year 2013, Vol 2, Issue 1
Abstract
Small cell carcinoma is a neuroendocrine tumour, mainly arises in lung accounting for 20% of cases. In extra pulmonary sites it accounts for 5% of cases. Among gynaecological malignancies it accounts for 1-2% of cases, common sites are cervix, endometrium, ovary, vagina, vulva in decreasing frequencies. Small cellcarcinoma is extremely uncommon in vagina.There are only 26 cases reported in the literature. Here we are reporting 27 th case. Because of its rarity the chances of missing the diagnosis are more. Correct morphological identification,with immunohistochemical analysis is essentail for definitive diagnosis which will be helpful in planning appropriate treatment.
Authors and Affiliations
Savita S. Shettar , R. M. Potekar , Mahesh Kumar U , B. R. Yelikar
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