Metastatic Merkel Cell Carcinoma In The Splenic Flexure Of The Colon Mimicking Primary Colonic Carcinoma-A Case Report With Literature Review
Abstract:Background: Merkel Cell Carcinoma (MCC) is an unusual neuroendocrine neoplasm that usually presents as a primary malignant skin tumor with localized disease. Distant metastasis is uncommon with metastases to the colon being extremely rare. In this case report, we discuss MCC metastasis to the colonic splenic flexure that mimicked primary colon carcinoma. A literature review is also undertaken. Case presentation: An 82-year-old man presented with melena and microcytic anemia accompanied by moderate weight loss.… Show more
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