An atypical large ulcero-budding type nodular fasciitis of the hand: a case report

Diallo, Malick; Dakouré, Patrick Wendpouiré Hamed; Konsegré, V.; Soulama, Massadiami; Gandema, Salifou

doi:10.17159/2309-8309/2017/v16n3a11

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“…Diagnosis is often delayed due to inaccessibility of appropriate care [ 1 , 3 , 5 ]. In our country, poverty and beliefs in traditional bone-setters delay presentation to healthcare facilities [ 3 , 9 ].…”

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Inguinal Lymph Node Dissection for Advanced Stages of Plantar Melanoma in a Low-Income Country

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Journal of Skin Cancer

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Background. Advanced stages of plantar acral lentiginous melanoma are common in Africa. Inguinal lymph node dissection (ILND) in these cases plays a critical role in disease-free and overall survival. Our study aims to share our experience in ILND for advanced plantar melanomas. Methods and Study Design. Four-year prospective study. Patients. We included all documented cases of advanced stage plantar melanoma with clinically detectable inguinal lymph node metastasis. Twenty-two of 27 patients identified—with mean age 56 years—underwent ILND. Studied Variables. Tumor patterns and stage, surgery, morbidity, oncologic pathology, and evolution were studied. Statistical software assessed the overall survival (OS). Results. Plantar lesions were all excised with a cancer-free margin (3 cm). ILND was performed for 22 patients with visible (n = 11), palpable (n = 7), and ulcerous (n = 4) lymphadenopathies. It was performed through an S-shaped (n = 11) or ellipse-shaped skin incision (n = 11). The tumors were AJCC stage III (n = 18) and IV (n = 2). We found high Breslow index tumor thickness (>3 mm) and an advanced Clark IV stage (n = 20). All operative wounds healed within 46 days (21–90). Wound healing was delayed by suture failure (n = 16), lymphorrhoea (n = 22), and infection (n = 18). After 29 months, three patients had complete remissions, seven had recurrences, and twelve patients had died. The overall survival (OS) at one year was 56%. In two patients with AJCC stage III disease, the OS was better (22 months). Conclusion. In low-income countries, ILND in advanced stages of plantar foot melanoma is a valuable surgical treatment option. Alongside ILND adjuvants, treatment must be available and accessible to improve survival.

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“…Surgical management includes wide resection with inguinal lymph node dissection (ILND) in the case of lymph nodes metastasis [ 4 , 7 ]. In low-income African countries, patients with tumors often cannot access timely specialized care [ 3 , 9 ]. Therefore, presentation with AJCC stages III and IV is common [ 3 ].…”

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Inguinal Lymph Node Dissection for Advanced Stages of Plantar Melanoma in a Low-Income Country

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Diallo

Konkobo

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An atypical large ulcero-budding type nodular fasciitis of the hand: a case report

Abstract: Background: Nodular fasciitis is a benign soft-tissue tumour mimicking a sarcoma. It is generally subcutaneous and small in size.

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Inguinal Lymph Node Dissection for Advanced Stages of Plantar Melanoma in a Low-Income Country

Inguinal Lymph Node Dissection for Advanced Stages of Plantar Melanoma in a Low-Income Country

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