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World J Clin Cases. Oct 26, 2025; 13(30): 110475
Published online Oct 26, 2025. doi: 10.12998/wjcc.v13.i30.110475
Published online Oct 26, 2025. doi: 10.12998/wjcc.v13.i30.110475
Insights from literature of esophageal mucoepidermoid carcinoma in a female: A rare case report
Saltuk Bugra Yolburun, Ozlem Ceren Gunizi, Gulsum Ozlem Elpek, Department of Pathology, Akdeniz University, School of Medicine, Antalya 07070, Türkiye
Co-first authors: Saltuk Bugra Yolburun and Ozlem Ceren Gunizi.
Author contributions: Yolburun SB was responsible for the writing and editing of the manuscript as well as the collection of data; Gunizi OC and Elpek GO played significant roles in the data analysis process; Elpek GO contributed to the conceptual framework and provided supervision throughout the study; All authors have reviewed and approved the final version of the manuscript.
Informed consent statement: Informed written consent was obtained from the patient for anonymized publication of this report and any accompanying images.
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Corresponding author: Gulsum Ozlem Elpek, Department of Pathology, Akdeniz University, School of Medicine, Dumlupinar Bulvarı, Antalya 07070, Türkiye. elpek@akdeniz.edu.tr
Received: June 9, 2025
Revised: July 8, 2025
Accepted: August 25, 2025
Published online: October 26, 2025
Processing time: 126 Days and 19.6 Hours
Revised: July 8, 2025
Accepted: August 25, 2025
Published online: October 26, 2025
Processing time: 126 Days and 19.6 Hours
Core Tip
Core Tip: Primary esophageal mucoepidermoid carcinoma is an uncommon malignancy distinguished by its unique mixture of epidermoid, intermediate, and mucous cells. Due to its similarities with squamous cell carcinoma and adenosquamous carcinoma, it is frequently misdiagnosed, leading to challenges in clinical management. This case emphasizes the need for stricter diagnostic procedures, such as immunohistochemical analyses, and greater awareness in order to guarantee an accurate diagnosis. To improve patient care and establish efficient management plans for this uncommon tumor, additional research and cooperative efforts are desperately needed, as evidenced by the absence of established treatment guidelines.