Epithelioma cuniculatum developing in a neuropathic ulcer of leprous etiology.
Epithelioma cuniculatum is a distinctive tumor of the sole of the foot with characteristics of a low-grade carcinoma. A case is presented, the pertinent literature reviewed and its possibly frequent development in leprous patients discussed.
D002291:Carcinoma, Papillary / Q000209:etiology* / Q000473:pathology; D005260:Female; D005534:Foot Diseases / Q000209:etiology* / Q000473:pathology; D006801:Humans; D007918:Leprosy / Q000150:complications*; D008875:Middle Aged; D012883:Skin Ulcer / Q000209:etiology*