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Synovial cell sarcoma.

R H Hirokawa, F J Stucker, R C Bryarly

    Otolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery
    |May 1, 1980
    PubMed
    Summary
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    Synovial sarcoma in the head and neck is rare and typically has a poor prognosis. However, recent case reviews suggest it may be more common than previously thought.

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    Area of Science:

    • Oncology
    • Pathology

    Background:

    • Synovial sarcoma of the head and neck is a rare malignant neoplasm.
    • Previous literature indicates a poor prognosis for these tumors.

    Observation:

    • Presents case reports of two patients diagnosed and treated for head and neck synovial sarcoma.
    • Pathologic review of specimens from the Armed Forces Institute of Pathology (AFIP) was conducted.

    Findings:

    • The study suggests that head and neck synovial sarcoma may be more common than previously reported.
    • Analysis of AFIP case files indicates a potentially higher incidence.

    Implications:

    • This finding may necessitate a re-evaluation of the rarity and diagnostic criteria for head and neck synovial sarcoma.
    • Further research is warranted to understand the true incidence and optimize treatment strategies for this rare cancer.