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A Rare Case of Squamous Cell Carcinoma in Chronic Sacrococcygeal Pilonidal Disease

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: Squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) arising in a chronic pilonidal sinus is a rare but serious complication, with an estimated incidence of 0.1%. This case report presents a 25 - year - old male diagnosed with well - differentiated SCC in the sacrococcygeal region, highlighting the clinical presentation, diagnostic challenges, and surgical management. The case underscores the importance of histopathological examination of long - standing pilonidal sinus lesions to detect malignancy early.

Source: International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR)

DOI: 10.21275/sr241111160510

Authors: B Santhi, B Sampath Kumar, Arunkumar Lakshmanan

Institution: Madras Medical College

Language: English

Topic: Colorectal and Anal Carcinomas

Subfield: Surgery

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4404387248