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Jyoti Verma1, Josephain K1, Jyotsna N Bharti1
1Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Mangalagiri, Mangalagiri, IND.
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|September 29, 2025
Summary
Cutaneous metastasis, the spread of cancer to the skin, is an uncommon initial presentation for internal malignancies like lung cancer (LC). This case highlights the importance of investigating skin nodules for occult primary tumors, indicating a poor prognosis.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Dermatology
- Internal Medicine
Background:
- Skin metastasis, the spread of malignant cells to the skin from a primary tumor, is an infrequent initial presentation of internal malignancies.
- It occurs in approximately 5.3% of patients with internal malignancies, accounting for 2% of all skin tumors.
- Lung cancer (LC) is a leading cause of cancer death globally and can present with cutaneous metastases.

