Neuroendocrine carcinoma arising in a tailgut cyst

DiscussionThis condition can be found at any age, but occurs especially among middle-aged women. Not only is it frequently misdiagnosed, but also several complications associated to the cyst have been reported such as infection and malignant transformation. This is why complete surgical excision of the tailgut cyst is currently recommended.
Source: International Journal of Surgery Case Reports - Category: Surgery Source Type: research