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Giant condyloma acuminatum

Introduction

Synonyms and keywords: Buschke–Löwenstein tumor.

Overview

Overview

Giant condyloma acuminatum (also known as a Buschke–Löwenstein tumor[1] and “Giant condyloma of Buschke–Löwenstein tumor”) is a rare cutaneous condition characterized by an aggressive, wart-like growth that is a verrucous carcinoma.[2]:409 It is attributed to human papillomavirus.[3]

Physical examination

Physical examination

Genitourinary system

References

References

  1. ↑ Rapini, Ronald P.; Bolognia, Jean L.; Jorizzo, Joseph L. (2007). Dermatology: 2-Volume Set. St. Louis: Mosby. ISBN 1-4160-2999-0.
  2. ↑ James, William D.; Berger, Timothy G.; et al. (2006). Andrews’ Diseases of the Skin: clinical Dermatology. Saunders Elsevier. ISBN 0-7216-2921-0.
  3. ↑ “Condyloma Acuminata”. Retrieved 2010-09-22.

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