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Primary Myoepithelial Carcinoma of the Cervical Spine: A Case Report
Ayush Sharma1, Akash Shakya1, Mukta Ramadwar2
1Department of Orthopaedics & Spine Surgery, Dr BAM Hospital, Byculla, Mumbai, India.
Case:
A 36-year-old man presented with a subacute onset left upper limb weakness. Further investigation revealed a myoepithelial carcinoma arising from the C3-C5 vertebrae. He underwent 2-stage surgery with tumor excision and postoperative radiotherapy. An improvement in power was noted, and no recurrence was observed at the 1-year follow-up.
Conclusion:
Myoepithelial tumors are rare at skeletal locations and require a high degree of suspicion. Immunohistochemistry plays a vital role in establishing the diagnosis. A complete resection is paramount for a favorable outcome.
