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Multiple keratoacanthomas after megavoltage radiation therapy.

J C Shaw1, F J Storrs, E Everts

  • 1Department of Dermatology, Oregon Health Sciences University, Portland.

Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology
|November 1, 1990
PubMed
Summary

Radiation therapy for nasal sinuses can lead to multiple keratoacanthomas. Isotretinoin treatment may accelerate healing for these skin tumors, offering a potential therapeutic option.

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Area of Science:

  • Dermatology
  • Oncology

Background:

  • Radiation therapy is a common treatment for sinonasal conditions.
  • Keratoacanthomas are rapidly growing skin tumors that can arise after radiation exposure.

Observation:

  • A patient developed multiple keratoacanthomas on her face following radiation therapy to the nasal sinuses.
  • The lesions appeared on sun-exposed areas of the face.

Findings:

  • Treatment with isotretinoin was initiated for the multiple keratoacanthomas.
  • Isotretinoin treatment appeared to shorten the clinical recovery period for the keratoacanthomas.

Implications:

  • This case suggests a potential role for isotretinoin in managing radiation-induced keratoacanthomas.
  • Further research is warranted to confirm the efficacy and optimal use of isotretinoin in this context.

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