Overview
Clinical and experimental metastasis refers to the study of cancer spread from a primary site to distant organs, encompassing both the biological mechanisms underlying this process and its clinical manifestations in patients. Research published in Clinical and Diagnostic Pathology addresses specific aspects of metastatic potential in rare cutaneous malignancies, including eccrine porocarcinoma, a rare sweat gland tumor with documented capacity for aggressive behavior and distant spread. The journal's coverage examines the pathological features that distinguish benign from malignant adnexal neoplasms and characterizes the histologic patterns associated with metastatic risk. Understanding metastasis in uncommon skin cancers presents particular diagnostic challenges because limited case experience can delay recognition of aggressive variants, and standard staging systems may not adequately capture the behavior of rare tumor types. Accurate pathological assessment of these lesions requires recognition of subtle architectural and cytologic features that predict invasive and metastatic potential. This work contributes to the broader understanding of how diverse tumor types achieve metastatic competence and informs clinical decision-making regarding surgical margins, adjuvant therapy, and surveillance strategies for patients with rare malignancies where evidence-based guidelines remain limited.
Research published in this journal
1 peer-reviewed article, ranked by relevance. Each links to its DOI.
How this research is being cited
The 1 article above has been cited 3 times in the scholarly literature. Citation data via OpenAlex and Crossref, updated Jun 2026.
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R. Noda et al. · 2021 · Journal of Neurosurgery: Case Lessons
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2021 · Journal of Neurosurgery Case Lessons
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2019 · Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Pathology
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