From a burn scar to malignancy! Marjolin's ulcer, a disease of wound neglect

Oxf Med Case Reports. 2018 Aug 11;2018(8):omy044. doi: 10.1093/omcr/omy044. eCollection 2018 Aug.

Abstract

Marjolin's ulcer is a rare and aggressive type of Squamous Cell Carcinoma (SCC) originating from previously chronic non-healing inflamed skin or trauma, and often after burns in up to 2% of cases. We are presenting a case of SCC secondary to a 30-year history of burn scar. Wound care and traumatic wound closure to prevent malignant degeneration is advisable and should be considered by medical providers.

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