Melanotic neuroectodermal tumor of infancy - Report of two cases and review of literature

Melanotic neuroectodermal tumor of infancy (MNTI) is a rare, distinctive ne oplasm containing melanin; it primarily affects the maxilla of the infants during the first year of life. Approximately 150 instances of this tumor ar e reported in the medical literature. Genesis of the tumor is obscure and t he diagnosis is challenging for the pathologist. Two cases operated by the first author are presented, and the diagnostic features and treatment alter natives of MNTI discussed. (C) 2000 Elsevier Science Ireland Ltd. All right s reserved.