Isolated Gallbladder Intramucosal Metastatic Melanoma With Features Mimicking Lymphoepithelial Carcinoma

We report a rare case of isolated gallbladder intramucosal metastatic melanoma with features mimicking lymphoepithelial carcinoma in an adult patient who presented with cholecystitis. Additionally, we report the imaging and morphologic features and discuss the importance of these findings along with a clear clinical history and immunohistochemical profile to make a definitive diagnosis.

Source: International Journal of Surgical Pathology - July 13, 2015 Category: Pathology Authors: Lo, A. A., Peevey, J., Lo, E. C., Guitart, J., Rao, M. S., Yang, G.-Y. Tags: Case Reports Source Type: research