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Giant perianal Seborrheic keratosis: A case report
Bareqa Salah1, Mohamad Mahseeri1, Zaid Al-Ali2
1General Surgery Department, Faculty of Medicine, University of Jordan, P.O. Box 13857, Amman, 11942, Jordan.
International Journal of Surgery Case Reports
|September 23, 2018
Summary
Giant perianal seborrheic keratosis, a rare benign skin growth, was successfully treated with surgical excision and skin grafting. This case highlights the rarity of such lesions in this location.
Area of Science:
- Dermatology
- Surgical Oncology
Background:
- Seborrheic keratosis (SK) is a common benign epidermal lesion.
- Giant SKs are exceptionally rare, particularly in the perianal region.
Purpose of the Study:
- To report a rare case of giant perianal seborrheic keratosis.
- To discuss the diagnostic and management challenges of this rare presentation.
Main Methods:
- A 66-year-old male presented with a large, 10-year duration verrucous mass in the sacrum and perianal area.
- Diagnosis of SK was confirmed histopathologically.
- Complete excision of the lesion was performed, followed by coverage with a partial-thickness skin graft.
Main Results:
- The surgical intervention resulted in a good outcome.
- The patient's lesion was successfully managed with excision and grafting.
Conclusions:
- Giant perianal seborrheic keratosis is a rare entity, with limited reported cases in the genital area.
- This condition can mimic other skin diseases in the perianal region.
- Excision and biopsy are crucial for diagnosis and management.
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