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Adenocarcinoma of the lacrimal gland: a case report

Authors: Asmae Touil, Sarah El Abbassi, Yassine Echchikhi, Mustapha Maher, Tayeb Kebdani, Noureddine Benjaafar

Published in: Journal of Medical Case Reports | Issue 1/2017

Abstract

Background

Primary ductal adenocarcinomas of the lacrimal gland are very rare. This neoplasm shares some histological and immunohistochemical similarities with salivary duct carcinoma.

Case presentation

Here, we present a case of a 55-year-old Moroccan man with lacrimal gland adenocarcinoma. He underwent orbital exenteration with lymph nodes dissection and ipsilateral parotidectomy. After surgery, he was lost to follow-up and died 13 months later.

Conclusions

Lacrimal gland tumors are rare but highly aggressive salivary gland tumors. Complete excision with adjuvant radiotherapy is recommended.

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Title: Adenocarcinoma of the lacrimal gland: a case report
Authors: Asmae Touil
Sarah El Abbassi
Yassine Echchikhi
Mustapha Maher
Tayeb Kebdani
Noureddine Benjaafar
Publication date: 01-12-2017
Publisher: BioMed Central
Published in: Journal of Medical Case Reports / Issue 1/2017
Electronic ISSN: 1752-1947
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1186/s13256-017-1412-2

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Adenocarcinoma of the lacrimal gland: a case report

Abstract

Background

Case presentation

Conclusions

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Conclusions

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