Merkel cell carcinoma with a rare localization: A case report

Abstract

Merkel cell carcinoma is a rare cutaneous malignancy. It is quite invasive and presents with high grade local recurrence, regional lymph node and distant metastases. Although the treatment strategy is not clear yet, wide excision of the tumor is the standard procedure. We present a case of a 78 years old male patient. The tumor originating from the subcutaneous tissue was located in the perianal region.