Recent advances in understanding and managing Lichen Sclerosus

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Rachel KwokSuks Minhas

Abstract

Lichen sclerosus (LS), or balanitis xerotica obliterans as it was previously known, is a chronic inflammatory lymphocyte-mediated scarring dermatosis that often affects the preputial skin and glans, leading to phimosis and urethral strictures if left untreated. We present a narrative review of the literature assessing its aetiology and pathogenesis and discuss its links to penile cancer and its medical and surgical management. Possible hypotheses for the development of LS include chronic exposure to trapped urine, leading to changes in the epithelial structure. This is supported by the fact that circumcision is often curative in the early stages of the disease. Although circumcision can be curative, the use of topical steroids is typically the first-line treatment and may preserve the foreskin and forgo the need for circumcision altogether. Patients should be made aware of a possible association with penile cancer. Although the majority of cases can be treated by medical therapy and circumcision, a significant number of patients may also require penile reconstructive procedures.

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