Melanotic Neuroectodermal Tumour of Infancy- A Short Communication
Journal Title: International Journal of Medical Science and Innovative Research (IJMSIR) - Year 2018, Vol 3, Issue 1
Abstract
Melanotic Neuroectodermal tumour of infancy is rare occurring in infants less than one year old. Early diagnosis with prompt treatment is desirable as it can take malignant transformation. Surgical excision being the treatment of choice we hereby report a case of a 4 month old infant who reported to us where after excising the tumour amniotic membrane was used for closure. Follow-up revealed no morbidity.
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Dr Anindita Bhagawati
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