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A Rare Entity Developing After Breast Reconstruction: Pyoderma Gangrenosum

Erkan Yanıkoğlu1, Can Ekinci1, Aydan A Kose1

  • 1Plastic, Reconstructive and Esthetic Surgery, Osmangazi University School of Medicine, Eskişehir, TUR.

Cureus
|July 15, 2024
PubMed

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Pyoderma gangrenosum (PG) is a rare neutrophilic dermatosis. This case report details a patient

Area of Science:

  • Dermatology
  • Surgical Oncology

Background:

  • Pyoderma gangrenosum (PG) is a rare, idiopathic neutrophilic dermatosis.
  • It presents as rapidly progressing necrotic ulcers with specific clinical features.

Observation:

  • A 48-year-old woman developed PG post-breast reconstruction using a transverse rectus abdominis myocutaneous flap.
  • The case highlights diagnostic and management delays.

Findings:

  • The pathergy phenomenon can exacerbate PG following surgical procedures.
  • Delayed diagnosis and treatment prolonged the patient's suffering.

Implications:

  • This case underscores the importance of recognizing PG in post-surgical patients.
  • Early diagnosis and appropriate management are crucial for better outcomes in pyoderma gangrenosum.
Keywords:
breastfree flapsmammaplastypyoderma gangrenosumwounds

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