Squamous cell Carcinoma of the Eye in a Xeroderma pigmentosum Child
Journal Title: Scholars Journal of Medical Case Reports - Year 2015, Vol 3, Issue 12
Abstract
Xeroderma pigmentosum (xp) is a rare autosomal recessive disorder, characterized by photosensitivity, pigmentary changes, premature skin aging and marked increase in risk of developing malignant tumor development. We report a case of squamous cell carcinoma of the eye in a xeroderma pigmentosum child.
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Théra JP, Hughes D, Tinley C, Bamani S, Traoré L
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