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Bilateral auricular squamous cell carcinomas with perineural invasion
S R Beaty1, M Colome-Grimmer, R F Wagner
1University of Texas Medical Branch, Department of Dermatology, Galveston, Texas 77555-0783, USA.
Summary
Bilateral squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) of the external ears, a rare condition, was observed with perineural invasion in both tumors. This case highlights an unusual presentation in an elderly, immunocompromised patient.
Area of Science:
- Dermatology
- Oncology
- Pathology
Background:
- Bilateral squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) of the external ears is exceptionally rare.
- Perineural invasion in auricular SCC is uncommon.
- This case involves an elderly, immunocompromised patient.
Observation:
- The study presents a case of bilateral auricular SCCs.
- Both tumors exhibited histopathologic evidence of perineural invasion.
Findings:
- Histopathological examination confirmed perineural invasion in both auricular SCCs.
- This represents a rare instance of bilateral perineural involvement in external ear SCC.
Implications:
- This case expands the understanding of rare SCC presentations.
- Highlights the importance of thorough histopathological evaluation for perineural invasion.
- May inform clinical management strategies for similar rare cases.