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Anterior High-Resolution Optical Coherence Tomography in the Diagnosis and Therapeutic Monitoring of Ocular Surface Squamous Neoplasia
Published on: August 9, 2024
[Neglected skin tumors. Three cases].
O Zehou1, L Valeyrie-Allanore, N Ortonne
1Service de dermatologie, hôpital Henri-Mondor, faculté de médecine Paris-Est-Créteil, AP-HP, 51, avenue du Maréchal-de-Lattre-de-Tassigny, 94010 Créteil, France.
Giant skin tumors, often over 10 cm, result from neglect. Delayed diagnosis due to fear or lack of access worsens prognosis, necessitating better management strategies for these neglected skin conditions.
Area of Science:
- Dermatology
- Oncology
Background:
- Giant skin tumors (>10 cm) are frequently linked to patient neglect.
- Delayed diagnosis and treatment contribute to poor outcomes.
Observation:
- Three cases of giant skin tumors (11-30 cm) in patients aged 52-78 are presented.
- Psychological factors (mental retardation, personality disorder, depression) and concealment of lesions were noted.
- Tumors were present for 6 months to 20 years, with advanced presentations including carcinoma requiring amputation.
Findings:
- Neglected giant skin tumors persist, with delayed consultations attributed to fear and physician access issues.
- Prognosis is significantly worsened by delayed medical intervention.
Implications:
- Further research is needed to identify factors contributing to neglected giant tumors.
- Improved management strategies are crucial for better patient outcomes.
- Early detection and treatment are vital for giant skin tumors.
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