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Inflammatory cutaneous metastases from cloacogenic carcinoma of the anus
J B Krasnoff1, J Longley, M E Katz
1Department of Dermatology, Yale University School of Medicine, New Haven, Connecticut, USA.
Background:
There are a few tumors that exhibit inflammatory cutaneous metastases. This pattern is particularly difficult to diagnose since it can mimic erysipelas or lymphangitis.
Objective:
This is a presentation of a 69-year-old woman diagnosed with poorly differentiated cloacogenic carcinoma who simultaneously was noted to have an abdominal rash. A biopsy confirmed cutaneous metastasis of her carcinoma.
Methods:
Previously published literature on cutaneous metastases were reviewed and summarized.
Results:
This is the first reported case of an inflammatory cutaneous metastasis arising from cloacogenic carcinoma.
Conclusion:
Cutaneous metastases can present in various forms, including the inflammatory pattern. Because this form mimics other conditions, it is prudent to biopsy any suspicious skin lesion in cancer patients, as it may considerably affect prognosis.