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A Rare Case of Squamous Cell Carcinoma following a Cactus Spine Injury

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: Squamous Cell Carcinoma (SCC) is the second most common type of skin cancer following basal cell carcinoma (BCC). Risk factors for the development of SCC include exposure to ultraviolet light and trauma such as penetrating wounds. In the Southwest United States, cacti are abundant and can cause minor to serious injury if their spines puncture skin. In this case study, we report an interesting case of the development of well-differentiated squamous cell keratoacanthoma 5 years following a saguaro cactus spine puncture wound.

Source: Journal of Chronic Disease Prevention and Care

DOI: 10.33425/3065-7059-1007

Authors: Mahnoor Mukarram, Zaina Rashid, Sarah Shuker

Language: English

Topic: Nonmelanoma Skin Cancer Studies

Subfield: Epidemiology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: bronze

OpenAlex ID: W4406346113

FWCI: 0.265

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