Anal carcinoma in giant anal condyloma, multidisciplinary approach necessary for optimal outcome: Two case reports and review of literature

World Journal of Gastrointestinal Oncology
Santosh ShenoyYazen Assaf

Abstract

Anal cancers are caused by human papilloma virus (HPV). Buschke-Lowenstein tumor also known as giant anal condyloma (GCA) is a variant of giant neglected anal tumors arising from warts caused by HPV infection. HPV are a family of double-stranded DNA viruses and primarily cause sexually transmitted disease of the genitalia and oropharyngeal mucosa. These tumors are slow growing; locally destructive large verrucous masses. We present a series of two cases with large anal tumors harboring invasive cancers and highlight their presentation and management. Tumors with high risk HPV subtypes (HPV 16, 18, 31, 33) may progress into invasive squamous cell carcinoma (SCC). Untreated GCA can attain enormous size and extend into the pelvic organs and bony structures. Some tumors show malignant degeneration into SCC and are often difficult to diagnose given the large size of the tumors. Complete surgical excision with negative margins is the treatment of choice and necessary to prevent recurrence. This is often not feasible and leaves large surgical wounds with tissue defects with delay in healing and increases post-operative morbidity. Pelvic reconstructive techniques including muscle flaps and grafts are often necessary to close the defect...Continue Reading

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