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Perforating Syphilitic Chancre.

K Pavithran

    Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology
    |February 2, 2017
    PubMed
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    A rare case of penile chancre perforation occurred, leaving the corpus cavernosum exposed. Necrosis and impaired healing due to endarteritis and corticosteroid use were likely causes.

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    Area of Science:

    • Dermatology
    • Urology
    • Infectious Diseases

    Background:

    • Syphilis, a sexually transmitted infection caused by Treponema pallidum, can present with various mucocutaneous manifestations.
    • Genital ulcers, particularly chancres, are hallmark signs of primary syphilis.

    Observation:

    • A middle-aged individual presented with a perforating chancre on the penile shaft.
    • The ulceration extended through the corpus cavernosum, which remained visible.
    • No secondary bacterial infection or other sexually transmitted diseases were detected.

    Findings:

    • Extreme necrosis of the ulcer was observed.
    • Obliterative endarteritis was identified as a potential contributing factor to necrosis.
    • Impaired wound healing was attributed to the anti-fibroblastic activity of topical corticosteroids.

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    Implications:

    • This case highlights a rare but severe complication of primary syphilis.
    • Understanding the factors contributing to perforation is crucial for appropriate patient management.
    • The findings underscore the importance of considering iatrogenic factors, such as corticosteroid use, in the context of non-healing genital ulcers.