RESUMEN
Verrucous carcinoma is a rare form squamous cell carcinoma which appears similar to a wart. When it occurs in the feet, it can be easily misdiagnosed. It rarely metastasizes or recurs posttreatment. We report a case of a septuagenarian with recurrence of verrucous carcinoma diagnosed within 6 months at the site of previous treatment. Unique features in our patient's clinical presentation include his advanced age, being nondiabetic, and the rapid recurrence of carcinoma.Level of Evidence: Level IV: Case report.
Asunto(s)
Carcinoma de Células Escamosas , Carcinoma Verrugoso , Neoplasias Cutáneas , Verrugas , Humanos , Neoplasias Cutáneas/cirugía , Neoplasias Cutáneas/diagnóstico , Neoplasias Cutáneas/patología , Verrugas/diagnóstico , Verrugas/patología , Pie/patología , Carcinoma de Células Escamosas/cirugía , Carcinoma Verrugoso/diagnóstico , Carcinoma Verrugoso/cirugía , Carcinoma Verrugoso/patologíaRESUMEN
Systemic lupus erythematosus is an autoimmune disorder that affects several organs and systems in the human body. Digital gangrene is known to be a rare and severe complication of systemic lupus erythematosus that could lead to amputation. We report a case of an adolescent who presented with an autoimmune disorder and multiple comorbidities and developed gangrenous toes.