Squamous cell carcinoma arising in chronic lymphoedema

R K Lister1, M M Black, E Calonje

  • 1Department of Surgery, St Thomas' Hospital, London, UK.

Summary

Squamous cell carcinoma is a rare but serious complication of chronic lymphoedema. This report details two cases, highlighting the importance of recognizing this malignancy in patients with long-term limb swelling.