Merkel Cell Carcinoma with Fungal Infection: A Case Report

April 2019 in “ Journal of Investigative Dermatology ”

A. Halieshi

Studysummary In this report, the potential connection between Merkel cell carcinoma and Curvularia lunata infection in an elderly patient is discussed, highlighting the need for precise diagnostic methods and suggesting that surgery combined with the antifungal voriconazole may be a viable treatment option.

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