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Squamous cell carcinoma arising in chronic lymphoedema
R K Lister1, M M Black, E Calonje
1Department of Surgery, St Thomas' Hospital, London, UK.
The British Journal of Dermatology
|March 1, 1997
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.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Dermatology
- Medical Case Reports
Background:
- Chronic lymphoedema presents a risk for malignant transformations.
- Lymphangiosarcoma is a known complication, but squamous cell carcinoma is exceptionally rare.

