Merkel cell carcinoma in an immunosuppressed patient

AUTOR(ES)

Góes, Heliana Freitas de Oliveira, Lima, Caren dos Santos, Issa, Maria Cláudia de Almeida, Luz, Flávio Barbosa, Pantaleão, Luciana, Paixão, José Gabriel Miranda da

FONTE

An. Bras. Dermatol.

DATA DE PUBLICAÇÃO

2017-06

RESUMO

Abstract Merkel cell carcinoma is an uncommon neuroendocrine carcinoma with a rising incidence and an aggressive behavior. It predominantly occurs in older patients, with onset occurring at a mean age of 75-80 years. Recognized risk factors are ultraviolet sunlight exposure, immunosuppression, and, more recently, Merkel cell polyomavirus. We report a case of Merkel cell carcinoma in a young HIV positive patient with Merkel Cell polyomavirus detected in the tumor.

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