Hyalinizing clear cell carcinoma

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Hyalinizing clear cell carcinoma
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Hyalinizing clear cell carcinoma (HCCC) is a rare

tumour, with a good prognosis, that is usually found on the tongue or palate.[1]

Signs and symptoms

HCCCs typically present as a painless mass in the mouth.[2]

Diagnosis

HCCCs are diagnosed by examination of tissue, e.g. a biopsy.

Pathology

HCCC consist of cells with abundant clear

mitoses are infrequently seen.[2]

Owing to their

epithelial membrane antigen
(EMA).

HCCCs typically have a recurrent

EWSR1 and ATF1.[4] The same translocation is seen in clear cell sarcoma
.

The

clear cell carcinoma
.

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Prognosis

They generally have a good prognosis.[5]

See also

  • Clear cell renal cell carcinoma
     – Type of kidney cancer

References