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[Internal malignancies and skin lesions].

K Ishihara1

  • 1Dept. of Dermatology, National Cancer Center Hospital.

Gan to Kagaku Ryoho. Cancer & Chemotherapy
|April 1, 1988
PubMed
Summary

Skin lesions can indicate underlying internal malignancies. Early detection of these skin manifestations is crucial for timely diagnosis and treatment of cancers.

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Area of Science:

  • Dermatology
  • Oncology
  • Pathology

Context:

  • Skin lesions are diverse and can be linked to internal malignancies.
  • Classification includes lesions from direct malignancy, syndromes, or unknown relationships like Bowen's and Paget's diseases.
  • Some lesions, such as malignant acanthosis nigricans and dermatomyositis, suggest an immunological response to cancer.

Purpose:

  • To highlight the importance of classifying skin lesions based on their origin.
  • To emphasize the diagnostic significance of skin manifestations in relation to internal malignancies.
  • To underscore the need for early detection of the link between skin lesions and underlying cancers.

Summary:

  • Skin lesions are categorized by their association with internal malignancies, syndromes, or as complications.
  • Certain skin conditions may represent an immunological reaction to occult cancers.
  • Recognizing these associations is vital for the early identification of internal malignancies.

Impact:

  • Facilitates earlier diagnosis of internal malignancies through dermatological examination.
  • Improves patient outcomes by enabling prompt cancer treatment.
  • Enhances understanding of the paraneoplastic syndromes involving the skin.

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