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W Gelders1, P Vanstraelen, P Van Erps
1Division of Urologic Surgery, ZNA Middelheim, Antwerp, Belgium. gelderswim@hotmail.com
Acta Chirurgica Belgica
|April 4, 2009
Summary
Verrucous carcinoma of the penis, a rare, low-grade cancer, can present as extremely large tumors. This case highlights the rarity and potential size of penile verrucous carcinoma.
Area of Science:
- Urology
- Oncology
- Pathology
Background:
- Verrucous carcinoma is a rare, well-differentiated variant of penile squamous cell carcinoma.
- It typically presents as a slow-growing, low-grade malignancy.
Observation:
- A case of verrucous carcinoma of the penis presenting as an enormous external genital tumor was treated.
- The resected tumor specimen had a significant weight of 1850 grams.
Findings:
- The extreme size of the tumor in this case is notable.
- A literature review confirmed the rarity of verrucous carcinoma of the penis, especially at this magnitude.
Implications:
- This case underscores the importance of considering verrucous carcinoma in the differential diagnosis of large penile masses.
- Further research into the management of exceptionally large verrucous carcinomas may be warranted.