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Giant condyloma acuminatum (Buschke-Loewenstein tumour) of the scrotum

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A case of giant condyloma acuminatum of the scrotum is reported. It was initially diagnosed as a low grade squamous carcinoma. This neoplasm is closely related to Human Papillomavirus, mainly HPV 6 and HPV 11, and may be clinically indistinguishable from squamous carcinoma. The histological appearance is benign, however, its clinical behaviour is similar to verrucous carcinoma. A review of previously reported cases has been undertaken. The true significance of this lesion and management are discussed. Early aggressive therapy is recommended.

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  1. Division of Plastic Surgery, Hospital “12 de Octubre”, Madrid, Spain

    B. Gonzalez Meli, H. Ramos & L. A. Diaz Gomez

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Gonzalez Meli, B., Ramos, H. & Diaz Gomez, L.A. Giant condyloma acuminatum (Buschke-Loewenstein tumour) of the scrotum. Eur J Plast Surg 17, 43–47 (1994). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00176505

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