Primary Intranasal Melanotic Mucosal Melanoma – A Case Report and Literature Review

Abstract

Background

Intranasal mucosal melanoma is a rare form of melanoma. Presenting as the features of occult malignancy and rapid in its progression. Presented with nonspecific symptoms. So far, no specific risk factor has been identified. The histopathological and immunohistochemical examination helps to confirm the diagnosis. Here, we present a case of primary intranasal melanotic mucosal melanoma and literature review.

Case Report

The authors present a patient with primary right intranasal melanotic mucosal melanoma.

Conclusion

An endoscopic medial maxillectomy was done, and the patient was linked to the oncology department for radiotherapy.

Keywords:

• mucosal melanoma
• ectodermal
• endoscopic medial maxillectomy

Consent Information

The patient granted her written permission for the publication of their clinical information and clinical photos. Institutional approval was not required to publish this case report.

Disclosure

The authors declare that they have no competing interests in this work.

Additional information

Funding

No funding sources are to be disclosed.