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Squamous Cell Carcinoma Larynx with Malignant Ascites: a Rare Entity
Tanay Shah1, S K Saini1, Anjali Sharma1
1Department: Surgical Oncology and Pathology, Bhagwan Mahaveer Cancer Hospital and Research Center, JLN Road, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302017 India.
Indian Journal of Surgical Oncology
|April 6, 2019
Summary
Squamous cell carcinoma of the larynx typically spreads to lymph nodes and lungs. This case highlights a rare instance of malignant ascites as a distant metastasis presentation.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Medical Science
Background:
- Squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) of the larynx commonly metastasizes to regional lymph nodes and distant sites, primarily the lungs.
- Distant metastasis significantly impacts patient survival and necessitates palliative treatment strategies.
Observation:
- Lung metastasis is the most common distant spread (66%), followed by bone (22%) and liver (10%).
- Other rare metastatic sites include skin, mediastinum, and bone marrow.
Findings:
- This report details an exceptionally rare case of SCC larynx presenting with malignant ascites.
Implications:
- Malignant ascites represents a very unusual metastatic pattern for laryngeal SCC.
- Recognizing rare metastatic presentations is crucial for accurate diagnosis and patient management.
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