Synovial sarcoma of the temporomandibular joint and infratemporal fossa |
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Authors: | Fuminori Nomura Seiji Kishimoto |
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Affiliation: | Department of Head and Neck Surgery, Tokyo Medical and Dental University, Japan |
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Abstract: | ObjectiveSynovial sarcoma in the head and neck region is rare, and is difficult to resect with adequate safety margins because of its anatomical complexity. We herein report our experiences with synovial sarcoma in this region, and review the literature regarding the management of such cases.MethodWe retrospectively examined four cases of synovial sarcoma arising from the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) area and infratemporal fossa.ResultOnly one patient remains alive without disease, while the other three patients have died.ConclusionThe local control of these tumors has improved because of the progress in the surgical operation methods, while it is expected that there is still a high rate of deaths due to distant metastasis increase. The development of strong chemotherapy is needed for the use after the initial treatment and surgery. |
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Keywords: | Synovial sarcoma Head and neck Temporomandibular joint Infratemporal fossa Surgery |
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