title: Squamous cell carcinoma of the hallux.
abstract: The purpose of the case report is to present a means of clinical diagnosis and treatment of a rarely encountered squamous cell carcinoma involving the pedal extremity and to alert the podiatric physician of the necessity of promptness and the definitive diagnostic tools to be utilized in such cases. Chronic recalcitrant ulcerations must be evaluated with a high degree of suspicion and treated aggressively. A thorough history and physical examination and proper biopsy technique are essential in the treatment and care of a squamous cell carcinoma.
mesh_terms: D000368:Aged; D000671:Amputation, Surgical; D002294:Carcinoma, Squamous Cell / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000601:surgery* / Q000628:therapy; D005534:Foot Diseases / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000601:surgery* / Q000628:therapy; D006214:Hallux / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male