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has been cited by the following article:
TITLE: Merkel Cell Carcinoma of Eyelid: A Rare Clinical Presentation and Diagnostic Challenge
AUTHORS: Manpreet Singh, Swati Singh, Usha Singh, Zoramthara Zadeng
KEYWORDS: Merkel Cell Carcinoma; Eyelid; Clinical Features; Management
JOURNAL NAME: Open Journal of Ophthalmology, Vol.3 No.1, February 27, 2013
ABSTRACT: The purpose of this paper is to report a case of rare localised (limited to eyelid) malignant eyelid tumor in a 70 year old Indian male. Histopathology confirmed it to be a Merkel cell carcinoma. Surgical excision and eyelid reconstruction was done successfully. No local or systemic recurrence has been noted at a follow up of 2 years. The well defined nature of a highly malignant tumor, its localised presentation and management is being described in following report.