Askin tumor in a child: an interesting case report

Authors

  • Dhrithiman Shetty Department of Pediatrics, K.S. Hegde Medical Academy, Mangalore, Karnataka, India
  • Prijo Philip Department of Pediatrics, K.S. Hegde Medical Academy, Mangalore, Karnataka, India

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.18203/2320-6012.ijrms20182925

Keywords:

Askin tumor, Ewing sarcoma, Primary neuroectodermal tumor

Abstract

Primary neuroectodermal tumors (PNET) have been known to have associations with Ewing Sarcoma family. Tumors that originate from lung parenchyma are a rarity and fatal as well. While the presenting symptoms are non-specific, diagnosis requires histological examination, utilizing immunohistochemical markers such as O13, HBA-71, and 12E7. Treatment is centred around surgical resection and chemotherapy. The authors present one such case, where early diagnosis and appropriate treatment have resulted in tumor regression and symptomatic-free period since last three years.

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2018-07-25

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Shetty, D., & Philip, P. (2018). Askin tumor in a child: an interesting case report. International Journal of Research in Medical Sciences, 6(8), 2846–2849. https://doi.org/10.18203/2320-6012.ijrms20182925

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