Squamous cell carcinoma arising in a sternotomy scar.
The case of a 73-year-old man in whom squamous cell carcinoma developed in a median sternotomy scar 12 months after coronary artery bypass grafting is presented. A brief review of the literature is included. The etiology of scar carcinoma is discussed and an outline of management given.
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Cardiothoracic Surgical Unit, Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Sydney, Australia.
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D000368:Aged; D002294:Carcinoma, Squamous Cell / Q000209:etiology*; D002921:Cicatrix; D001026:Coronary Artery Bypass / Q000009:adverse effects*; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D012878:Skin Neoplasms / Q000209:etiology*; D013249:Sternum / Q000601:surgery*