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What is stage 0 Merkel cell carcinoma in situ?

Pronunciation: /steɪʤ ˈziroʊ ˈmərkəl sɛl ˌkɑrsəˈnoʊmə ɪn situ*/

stage 0 Merkel cell carcinoma in situ

Definition

Abnormal Merkel cells are found in the top layer of the skin. These abnormal cells may become cancer and spread into nearby normal tissue.