Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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3988787 | Journal of Cancer Research and Practice | 2015 | 6 Pages |
Abstract
Small cell carcinoma (SmCC) of the prostate is a very rare and aggressive type of prostatic cancer. It is hard to early diagnose and most cases are diagnosed at advanced stage. The bones, liver, regional and distant lymph nodes are the most common sites of metastasis. The treatment for SmCC of the prostate is different from that of acinar adenocarcinoma. While chemotherapy is suggested, there is no standard regimen, let alone personalized strategy. Additionally, hormone therapy does not often work for this type of prostate cancer. Here, we report a rare case of SmCC of the prostate who initially presented with lower cervical spine radiculopathy.
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