Rhabdomyosarcoma of Oral Cavity: A Case Report
Journal Title: International Journal of Contemporary Medical Research - Year 2018, Vol 5, Issue 6
Abstract
Introduction: Rhabdomyosarcoma (RMS) of oral cavity corresponds to 10 to 12% of all head and neck lesion and mainly involve the tongue, palate and oral mucosa. This malignant lesion is aggressive in behavior and consists of immature and highly invasive cells. The recurrence rate is high with generalized metastases through the hematogenic and/or lymphatic routes. The tumor is diagnosed by microscopic analysis and auxiliary techniques such as immunohistochemistry, electron microscopy, cytogenetic analysis, and molecular biology. Case Report: We report here the case of a teenager with Oral RMS managed with wide local excision with adjuvant radio and chemotherapy. Coclusion: RMS of oral cavity is a rare aggressive malignant tumour with high incidence of recurrence and distant metastasis. Management includes Surgical excision with adjuvant radiotherapy and/ or chemotherapy. Prognosis of RMS depends upon age of patient and extent of lesion.
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Serat Rahman, SK Roy Chowdhury
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