Giant cutaneous horn

Area of Science:

• Dermatology
• Surgical Pathology

Background:

• Cutaneous horns are hard, conical projections on the skin.
• They can arise from various underlying skin conditions, both benign and malignant.
• Giant cutaneous horns are particularly rare and require prompt evaluation.

Purpose of the Study:

• To report a case of a giant cutaneous horn on the leg.
• To describe the successful surgical management of this condition.
• To discuss the histopathological findings and differential diagnoses.

Main Methods:

• A 53-year-old male patient presented with a giant cutaneous horn.
• The lesion was surgically excised under spinal anesthesia.
• Primary closure of the resulting wound was performed.

Main Results:

• Histopathological examination revealed an underlying seborrheic keratosis.
• The surgical excision and wound closure were successful.
• The patient experienced a favorable outcome post-treatment.

Conclusions:

• Giant cutaneous horns can be associated with benign conditions like seborrheic keratosis.
• Surgical excision is an effective treatment for cutaneous horns.
• Accurate histopathological diagnosis is crucial for determining the underlying etiology.