First reported case of penile epithelial-myoepithelial carcinoma

Abstract

Epithelial-myoepithelial carcinoma (EMC) of the penis is a rare malignant tumor which has not previously been described in the literature. Genetic associations exist in EMC that could potentially help guide early diagnosis and treatment of this type of penile cancer. This serves as the first reported case of such cancer of the penis, and highlights the indolent course it takes to presentation, and the need for an appropriate histopathologic evaluation for the correct diagnosis.

Epithelial–Myoepithelial Carcinoma of the Esophagus: A Case Report

“…The most common location is parotid, and a small proportion occurs in the submandibular gland and small salivary gland ( 4 ). In addition to the salivary glands, EMC rarely occurs in other parts of the body, including the lungs ( 2 ), palate ( 5 ), penis ( 6 ), and so on. Due to its varied histopathologic appearance, EMC was first reported by Donath in 1972 ( 1 ) and subsequently recognized as a distinct tumor type starting in 1991 ( 7 ) by the World Health Organization (WHO).…”

“…At the 36th month of follow-up, the patient is doing well without any sign of recurrence. Safiullah ( 6 ) reported a case of EMC that occurred in the penile. The patient received uncomplicated local wide excision and no antitumor therapy.…”