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Lavleen Singh, Shuchita Singh1, Deepali Jain
1Department of Otorhinolaryngology, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, India.
Abstract:
Mucoepidermoid carcinoma is a malignant epithelial neoplasm comprising mucous, intermediate and epidermoid cells, arising mainly in salivary gland. It is extremely uncommon in ocular region, where it can arise in conjunctiva, lacrimal gland or lacrimal sac. The index case is being presented for its rarity and for highlighting the importance of meticulous sampling for correct diagnosis. A 68-year-old female presented with complaints of ulceration over right lower eyelid for 3 years. She underwent a local surgical excision 2 years ago after which she was asymptomatic for the following 1 year. Histopathological examination of excised specimen showed features of mucoepidermoid carcinoma. Mucoepidermoid carcinoma in ocular adnexa may be difficult to differentiate from its close mimickers like basal, squamous, sebaceous cell carcinoma and apocrine carcinoma. Meticulous sampling, judicious use of special stains and immunohistochemistry are pivotal in establishing the diagnosis.
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