Merkel Cell Carcinoma: Not Just Another Skin Cancer
October 30, 2017
On October 27, 2017, Laura A. Stokowski, of Medscape, released the details from an interview with Dr. Paul Nghiem regarding Merkel cell carcinoma and its defining characteristics, proper management, and recent advances in treatment options. Use of the “AEIOU” characteristics can help in identifying a suspicious lesion. In fact, over 90% of MCC patients have three or more of the five descriptions. To access more information on these features and specifics from the interview, click to view the article or download the pdf below.
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