Primary Malignant Melanoma of Esophagus: A Rare Entity

Journal Title: International Journal of Health Sciences and Research - Year 2017, Vol 7, Issue 7

Abstract

Primary malignant melanoma of oesophagus (PMME) is a rare entity accounting only for 0.1%-0.2% of all oesophagal malignancies. Only 340 cases are reported worldwide with limited literature from India. The prognosis is poor as it is an aggressive tumor usually diagnosed at an advanced stage with metastasis. We report a case of 51 year old male who presented as a polypoidal growth in oesophagus. Total surgical excision was performed. Clinicopathological, histological and immunohistochemical examinations are discussed.

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Dr Rajanikanth Balakrishna

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Dr Rajanikanth Balakrishna (2017). Primary Malignant Melanoma of Esophagus: A Rare Entity. International Journal of Health Sciences and Research, 7(7), 396-399. https://europub.co.uk./articles/-A-370559