Abstract
A case of malignant melanoma of the quadriceps tendon is reported. This is an uncommon soft tissue sarcoma of melanocytic origin. The appearance on MRI depends on its melanin content. The microscopic appearance is distinctive and prognosis is poor. This tumor should be kept in mind when a nodular lesion is detected in specific tendon or aponeurosis.
Publication types
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Case Reports
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English Abstract
MeSH terms
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Diagnosis, Differential
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Humans
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Magnetic Resonance Imaging
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Male
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Melanoma / diagnosis*
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Melanoma / pathology
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Melanoma / surgery
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Middle Aged
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Sarcoma, Clear Cell / diagnosis*
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Sarcoma, Clear Cell / pathology
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Sarcoma, Clear Cell / surgery
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Soft Tissue Neoplasms / diagnosis*
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Soft Tissue Neoplasms / pathology
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Soft Tissue Neoplasms / surgery
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Tendons* / pathology
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Terminology as Topic
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Thigh