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Thenar metastasis from lung cancer
Y Matsuno1, K Watanabe, H Satoh
1Division of Respiratory Medicine, Institute of Clinical Medicine, University of Tsukuba, Tsukuba-city, Ibaraki 305-8575, Japan.
European Journal of Cancer Care
|April 23, 2002
Summary
Skin metastasis, a sign of advanced cancer, can occur in unusual locations like the thenar eminence. Biopsy of any skin lesion is crucial for patients with uncontrolled lung cancer.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Dermatology
- Pathology
Background:
- Skin metastasis signifies advanced malignancy.
- Lung cancer is a common primary malignancy.
- The thenar eminence is an uncommon site for metastasis.
Observation:
- An unusual case of skin metastasis to the thenar eminence was observed.
- The patient had a history of uncontrolled lung cancer.
Findings:
- Skin metastasis to the thenar eminence indicates disease progression.
- Histopathological examination of skin lesions is vital.
Implications:
- Biopsy of skin lesions, regardless of location, is recommended for patients with uncontrolled lung cancer.
- Early detection of metastasis can guide treatment decisions.
- This case highlights the importance of considering metastasis in atypical presentations.