Squamous Cell Carcinoma with Sarcomatous Stroma of the Mesopharynx
1999
Squamous Cell Carcinoma with Sarcomatous Stroma of the Mesopharynx
Sample size: 1
publication
Evidence: low
Author Information
Author(s): MASAHIRO KAWAIDA, HIROYUKI FUKUDA, NAOYUKI KOHNO
Primary Institution: Tokyo Metropolitan Ohtsuka Hospital
Conclusion
The patient underwent successful surgical resection of a squamous cell carcinoma with sarcomatous stroma, with no recurrence observed during a 37-month follow-up.
Supporting Evidence
- The tumor was a large pedunculated mass in the mesopharynx.
- Histopathological examination revealed squamous cell carcinoma with sarcomatous stroma.
- The patient had no signs of metastasis after surgery.
Takeaway
A 62-year-old man had a rare type of throat cancer that was successfully removed with surgery, and he has been healthy since.
Methodology
The tumor was surgically resected using a cutting snare through the oral cavity, and histopathological examination confirmed the diagnosis.
Participant Demographics
The patient was a 62-year-old man with no history of smoking or alcohol abuse.
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