Isolated metacarpal bone metastasis from advanced rectosigmoid carcinoma
Distant metastasis is a common sequelae of stage III colorectal adenocarcinoma. Liver and lungs are the most common sites for distant metastases, but, metastases to extremities are very rare. We report a case of rectosigmoid adenocarcinoma, which metastasizes to left first metacarpal bone, which i...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Faculty of Medicine, International Islamic University Malaysia
2012
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| Online Access: | http://irep.iium.edu.my/29167/ http://irep.iium.edu.my/29167/1/Isolated_Metacarpal_Bone_Metastasis_from_Advanced.pdf |
| Summary: | Distant metastasis is a common sequelae of stage III colorectal adenocarcinoma. Liver and lungs are the
most common sites for distant metastases, but, metastases to extremities are very rare. We report a case of
rectosigmoid adenocarcinoma, which metastasizes to left first metacarpal bone, which is the first occurrence
in our experience. The investigations and management of the patient are discussed. |
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