Merkel Cell Carcinoma in the Lower Limb: Case Report and Brief Literature Review

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Keywords:

Merkel Cell Carcinoma, Merkel Cell polyomavirus, neuroendocrine cancer

Abstract

Introduction: Merkel cell carcinoma is a rare neuroendocrine cancer that occurs in sun-exposed areas of the skin. It frequently affects people over 50 years of age and presents with firm, asymptomatic, and rapidly growing papules or nodules, which worsens its prognosis. A physical examination, skin biopsy, and sentinel lymph node biopsy are recommended for timely diagnosis. Subsequently, Merkel polyomavirus serology testing is advised. We describe the case of a patient in good general condition with Merkel cell carcinoma whose manifestations are consistent with the clinical characteristics of carcinoma associated with Merkel polyomavirus. The objective of this case report is to describe the clinical characteristics, diagnosis, and evolution of Merkel cell carcinoma, a rare neoplasm.

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Published

2026-05-20

How to Cite

Paz-Pineda, S. G., Flores-Reyes, M. A., Gaitán-Zambrano, K., Carlos Ruiz, J., Bejarano Cáceres, S. A., & Santos, K. (2026). Merkel Cell Carcinoma in the Lower Limb: Case Report and Brief Literature Review. Salus Et Vita, 1(2), 38–41. Retrieved from https://www.camjol.info/index.php/sev/article/view/22836