Abstract
Squamous cell carcinoma is one of the most common human malignancies; however, it is uncommon in the lower extremity. These lesions require prompt surgical attention and a delay in diagnosis can be harmful to the patient. We present a case report of squamous cell carcinoma with chronic osteomyelitis in a patient without diabetes. Definitive treatment included a transtibial amputation and metastatic workup was negative for active malignancy. Surgeons who treat chronic wounds should be cognizant of the potential for malignant degeneration.
| Original language | English (US) |
|---|---|
| Pages (from-to) | 529-531 |
| Number of pages | 3 |
| Journal | Foot and Ankle Specialist |
| Volume | 8 |
| Issue number | 6 |
| DOIs | |
| State | Published - Dec 1 2015 |
Keywords
- amputation and limb salvage
- bone
- diagnostic and therapeutic techniques
- nonhealing ulcer
- osteomyelitis
- wound care
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Surgery
- Podiatry
- Orthopedics and Sports Medicine