Primary sinonasal mucosal melanoma simulated as cystic lesions: a case report
Journal of the Korean Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
;
: 29-33, 2018.
Article
in English
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| ID: wpr-766304
ABSTRACT
Sinonasal mucosal melanoma (SNMM) in the maxillary sinus is a rare disease condition. Compared to oral mucosal melanoma, SNMM has a bulky, exophytic, and polypoid appearance, is weakly pigmented, and associated with unspecific symptoms. Due to these features, SNMM in the maxillary sinus has been misdiagnosed as nasal polyps and chronic sinusitis. In this case report, we described SNMM occurring in the right maxillary sinus simulated as a cystic or benign lesion. Cortical bone thinning and expansion were observed around the mass. The excised soft mass was encapsulated and weakly pigmented. The mass was clearly excised and covered with a pedicled buccal fat pad graft. Diagnosis using immunohistochemistry with S-100 and homatropine methylbromide-45 (HMB-45) is critical for proper treatment.
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WPRIM (Western Pacific)
Main subject:
Sinusitis
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Immunohistochemistry
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Adipose Tissue
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Nasal Polyps
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Transplants
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Rare Diseases
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Diagnosis
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Maxillary Sinus
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Melanoma
Type of study:
Diagnostic study
Language:
English
Journal:
Journal of the Korean Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
Year:
2018
Type:
Article
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