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Recurrent colon cancer in a patient with Muir–Torre syndrome: a case report.

Authors :
Rivkin, Angeline C
Bystrom, Philip
Lin, Amy Y
Chaudhry, Vivek
Source :
Journal of Surgical Case Reports; Feb2024, Vol. 2024 Issue 2, p1-3, 3p
Publication Year :
2024

Abstract

Muir–Torre syndrome (MTS) is a rare subtype of hereditary nonpolyposis colorectal cancer syndrome caused by a defect in DNA mismatch repair leading to microsatellite instability. It is characterized by the presence of at least one sebaceous gland tumor and one internal malignancy, most commonly colorectal and endometrial tumors. These patients have a high propensity for tumorigenesis, and while strict screening protocols are in place, there are only two cases that describe the management approach to recurrent colon cancer. Here, we present a case of recurrent colorectal cancer in a patient with MTS, and describe how it was managed at our facility by a multidisciplinary team. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
20428812
Volume :
2024
Issue :
2
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Journal of Surgical Case Reports
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
176131241
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1093/jscr/rjae015