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Epithelioid hemangioma of the penis: case report and review of literature

Authors :
Stephen Damato
Alex Freeman
Raj Nigam
Mohamed Ismail
Source :
Journal of Medical Case Reports, Vol 5, Iss 1, p 260 (2011), Journal of Medical Case Reports
Publication Year :
2011
Publisher :
Springer Science and Business Media LLC, 2011.

Abstract

Introduction Epithelioid hemangioma is a rare vascular tumor found in the penis. It is essential to avoid misdiagnosis with Peyronie's disease and penile cancer, as management differs significantly. Case presentation We present a case of epithelioid hemangioma of the penis in a 50-year-old Caucasian man. We also review the literature to evaluate the incidence of benign vascular anomalies of the penis and their management. Conclusions Epithelioid hemangioma of the penis should be considered in the differential diagnosis of patients presenting with painful penile lumps. A thorough histological and immunohistochemical examination is required to make the diagnosis. Optimal management is complete local excision and periodic physical examination for local recurrence.

Details

ISSN :
17521947
Volume :
5
Database :
OpenAIRE
Journal :
Journal of Medical Case Reports
Accession number :
edsair.doi.dedup.....af10ae59b165a21cc3760f32fe41c4c3
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1186/1752-1947-5-260