A new case of primary signet-ring cell carcinoma of the cervix with prominent endometrial and myometrial involvement: Immunohistochemical and molecular studies and review of the literature

A new case of primary signet-ring cell carcinoma of the cervix with prominent endometrial and myometrial involvement: Immunohistochemical and molecular studies and review of the literature

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>As a rule, endocervical tumours with signet-ring cell are classed as metastatic extra-genital neoplasms. In a patient aged 45 years, we describe primary cervical signet-ring cell carcinoma (PCSRCC) characterized by prominent endometr...

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Main Authors: Giordano Giovanna, Pizzi Silvia, Berretta Roberto, D'Adda Tiziana
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2012-01-01
Series:World Journal of Surgical Oncology
Subjects:
Signet-ring cell carcinoma
Cervical adenocarcinoma
Human Papilloma Virus (HPV)
Polymerase Chain Reaction Amplification (PCR)
Online Access:http://www.wjso.com/content/10/1/7

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