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[Buschke-Loewenstein's tumor].

M F Avril1

  • 1Service de Dermatologie, Institut Gustave-Roussy, Villejuif.

Presse Medicale (Paris, France : 1983)
|May 2, 1992
PubMed
Summary
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Giant condyloma acuminatum, or Buschke-Loewenstein tumour, is a locally invasive genital mass. While typically benign, it can transform into verrucous carcinoma, with HPV 6/11 DNA found in some cases.

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Area of Science:

  • Dermatology
  • Oncology
  • Virology

Context:

  • Buschke-Loewenstein tumour (BLT), also known as giant condyloma acuminatum, affects the external genitalia and perineal region.
  • Clinically, BLT presents as a locally invasive, craggy mass, often causing concern.
  • Histological examination reveals a benign papillomatous proliferation, but with a significant potential for malignant transformation.

Purpose:

  • To describe the clinical and histological characteristics of Buschke-Loewenstein tumours.
  • To highlight the potential for malignant transformation into verrucous carcinoma.
  • To report on the virological findings, specifically the presence of human papillomavirus (HPV) types 6 and/or 11.

Summary:

  • Buschke-Loewenstein tumours are characterized by benign papillomatous proliferation but can progress to invasive carcinoma in approximately one-third of cases.

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  • The term verrucous carcinoma is sometimes used due to local penetration and cytological atypias observed in some BLTs.
  • Virological analysis has detected human papillomavirus (HPV) types 6 and/or 11 DNA as non-integrated episomes in a subset of these tumours.

    • Impact:

    • Understanding the dual nature of BLT (benign proliferation with malignant potential) is crucial for accurate diagnosis and management.
    • Identifying HPV DNA, particularly types 6 and 11, may offer insights into the aetiopathogenesis and potentially guide therapeutic strategies.
    • This information aids clinicians in recognizing worrisome features and considering the risk of progression to verrucous carcinoma.