BUSCHKE LOWENSTEIN – THE RARE, SINISTER LOOKING, LOW MALIGNANT RISK TUMOUR – A CASE REPORT

Dr. Abiram. P, Dr. Cordelia Babitha, Dr. Adikrishnan. S, Dr. Murugan. S

Abstract


Bushke  Lowenstein  Tumour  or  Giant  Condyloma  Acuminata  is  a  seldom  seen  manifestation  of  Human  Papilloma  virus  types  6  and  11.  The incidence  is  about  0.5%  in  the  general  population.  Although  the  malignant  risk  is  low,  it  warrants  timely  removal  and  management.  The treatment  varies  from  topical  Imiquimod  to  Cryotherapy  to  Wide  local excision.  Prompt  and  early  treatment  needs  to  be  instituted  to  avoid bothersome  effects  and  to hamper  the  malignant  progression [55-60%]. In view  of  high  recurrence  rates [65-70%],  regular surveillance is mandatory. We  are  presenting  this  case  to  reiterate  the  rarity  and  low  malignant  risk, in  contrary  to  the  ominous  presentation,  and  to  highlight  the  importance of  timely  identification  and  management.


Keywords


Buschke Lowenstein Tumour, Giant Condyloma Acuminata, HPV 6,11, Low malignant risk

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