Surgical excision of a giant solitary keratoacanthoma in the cheek: a case report and literature review.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Giant keratoacanthoma, a rare variant solitary of keratoacanthoma is characterized by a diameter exceeding 20 mm, rapid growth, and destruction of underlying tissue. Traditionally, it has been considered to be a self-resolving or low-grade squamous proliferation. Due to their atypical appearance, Giant keratoacanthomas may present a diagnostic challenge. Histopathological examination remains the reference standard for distinguishing squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) from keratoacanthoma. Surgical management is still the standard treatment for solitary keratoacanthoma.

Case description

We present the case of a 75-year-old man with a giant keratoacanthoma of the cheek, with a transverse length of 25 mm and a longitudinal length of 30 mm located 30 mm below the earlobe t

SUBMITTER: Ni Y 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10789903 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature