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[Penile squamous cell carcinoma].

C Ferrándiz-Pulido¹, I de Torres, V García-Patos

¹Servicio de Dermatología, Hospital Universitari Vall d'Hebron, Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, España. 40879cfp@comb.cat

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Area of Science:

Oncology
Urology
Dermatology

Context:

Penile squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) represents a rare malignancy in European men, accounting for approximately 0.7% of male cancers.
Key risk factors include poor hygiene, uncircumcised status, human papillomavirus (HPV) infection, and chronic inflammatory skin conditions.
HPV is prevalent in in situ and invasive penile SCC, particularly basaloid and warty subtypes.

Purpose:

To summarize the epidemiology, risk factors, and current management strategies for penile squamous cell carcinoma.
To highlight the role of HPV in penile SCC development and progression.
To emphasize the importance of lymph node status in prognosis and the evolving treatment landscape.

Summary:

Penile SCC is uncommon, with HPV infection being a significant risk factor, especially in situ forms.
While in situ tumors can be managed conservatively, vigilance is required due to potential progression to invasive disease.
Surgical intervention is the primary treatment; prophylactic irradiation is discouraged, and selective lymph node biopsy is gaining traction to minimize morbidity.

Impact:

Understanding molecular alterations and genotypes associated with penile SCC can pave the way for novel therapeutic approaches.
Accurate staging and tailored treatment based on lymph node involvement are critical for enhancing patient survival.
Further research into HPV's role and molecular drivers may lead to targeted therapies and improved outcomes for penile cancer patients.