| Literature DB >> 18990276 |
A Pancholi1, D Collins, R Lindley, P Gandhi.
Abstract
Muir-Torre syndrome is a rare genodermatosis (hereditary cancer syndrome associated with distinguishing cutaneous signs) characterised by occurrence of sebaceous neoplasia and visceral malignancy. Colorectal cancer is the commonest visceral malignancy associated with Muir-Torre syndrome. We discuss a case report along with recommendations for diagnosis and screening.Entities:
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Year: 2008 PMID: 18990276 PMCID: PMC2727817 DOI: 10.1308/147870808X360387
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Ann R Coll Surg Engl ISSN: 0035-8843 Impact factor: 1.891