Merkel Cell Carcinoma: Interdisciplinary Management of a Rare Disease
Author(s) -
Sven Schneider,
Dietmar Thurnher,
Boban M. Erović
Publication year - 2013
Publication title -
journal of skin cancer
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.309
H-Index - 10
eISSN - 2090-2905
pISSN - 2090-2913
DOI - 10.1155/2013/189342
Subject(s) - medicine , disease , merkel cell carcinoma , dermatology , carcinoma , pathology
Background . The goal of this paper is to review contemporary multidisciplinary treatment with reference to Merkel cell carcinoma. Management of this rare but highly aggressive skin cancer is a complex undertaking that necessitates an understanding of its etiology, epidemiology, clinical presentation, and the coordinated work of several clinical specializations. Recent Findings . The contemporary literature employs a multidisciplinary approach to achieve the best patient's treatment. Conclusion . This paper presents an algorithm for contemporary management for the rare and aggressive Merkel cell carcinoma. Multidisciplinary approach in a tumor center provides high-quality care for patients with Merkel cell carcinoma.
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