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Intraoral giant condyloma acuminatum
R R Gupta1, U P Puri, B B Mahajan
1Department of Dermatology, Government Medical College and Hospital, Faridkot-151 203, Punjab, India.
Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology
|August 1, 2007
Summary
A rare intraoral giant condyloma acuminatum case highlights treatment challenges. Nonsexual transmission routes, like environmental exposure, are possible for extragenital human papillomavirus (HPV) lesions.
Area of Science:
- Oral Medicine
- Dermatology
- Infectious Diseases
Background:
- Giant condyloma acuminatum (GCA) is a rare manifestation of human papillomavirus (HPV) infection.
- Intraoral GCA is exceptionally uncommon, posing diagnostic and therapeutic challenges.
Purpose of the Study:
- To report a unique case of intraoral GCA in a 50-year-old Indian male.
- To discuss the treatment modalities and potential transmission routes for extragenital HPV lesions.
Main Methods:
- A case study approach was used.
- The patient underwent various treatments including topical podophyllin, electric cauterization, and surgical excision.
Main Results:
- The patient showed poor response to topical podophyllin but partial response to electric cauterization.
- Complete resolution of the intraoral warty growth was achieved through surgical excision.
Conclusions:
- Intraoral GCA can be successfully treated with surgical excision.
- Nonsexual transmission, possibly through environmental contact, should be considered for extragenital HPV lesions, especially in the absence of sexual risk factors.
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