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Verrucous carcinoma arising in an extended giant condyloma acuminatum (Buschke-Löwenstein tumor): a case report and review of the literature.

Authors :
Ahsaini M
Tahiri Y
Tazi MF
Elammari J
Mellas S
Khallouk A
El Fassi MJ
Farih MH
Elfatmi H
Amarti A
Stuurman-Wieringa RE
Source :
Journal of medical case reports [J Med Case Rep] 2013 Dec 19; Vol. 7, pp. 273. Date of Electronic Publication: 2013 Dec 19.
Publication Year :
2013

Abstract

Introduction: Verrucous carcinoma of the external genitalia and perianal region is a rare variant of well-differentiated squamous cell carcinoma. It has been reported to have limited metastatic potential.<br />Case Presentation: We report the case of a 54 year-old Moroccan man who presented with locally advanced giant condyloma acuminatum (Buschke-Löwenstein tumor) after prolonged intervals of neglect (approximately 10 years). The disease covered his suprapubic, external genitalia and perianal region. It was locally aggressive with extensive tissue destruction. After a biopsy of the lesion, the diagnosis of verrucous carcinoma was confirmed. He initially received chemoradiotherapy, followed by extensive local excision, but he developed septic shock and died a few days later.<br />Conclusions: The purpose of this case report is to present a case of verrucous carcinoma arising in an extensive giant condyloma acuminatum (Buschke-Löwenstein tumor) and discuss the literature on its diagnosis and management.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
1752-1947
Volume :
7
Database :
MEDLINE
Journal :
Journal of medical case reports
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
24354693
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1186/1752-1947-7-273