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From a burn scar to malignancy! Marjolin's ulcer, a disease of wound neglect.

Babikir KheiriMohammed OsmanSamer A Al Hadidi
Published in: Oxford medical case reports (2018)
Marjolin's ulcer is a rare and aggressive type of Squamous Cell Carcinoma (SCC) originating from previously chronic non-healing inflamed skin or trauma, and often after burns in up to 2% of cases. We are presenting a case of SCC secondary to a 30-year history of burn scar. Wound care and traumatic wound closure to prevent malignant degeneration is advisable and should be considered by medical providers.
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