Merkel Cell Carcinoma Pathologic TNM Finding v7

**Semantic type:** Finding

**Definition:** A pathologic finding about one or more characteristics of Merkel cell carcinoma, following the rules of the TNM AJCC v7 classification system. TNM pathologic findings are based on the histologic examination of the regional lymph nodes following focused (sentinel lymph node biopsy), therapeutic, or complete lymphadenectomy. (from AJCC 7th Ed.)

**Synonyms:** - Cutaneous Neuroendocrine Carcinoma Pathologic TNM Finding v7