Infiltrated and ulcerated plaque of the lower limb: a case report

Clinical and Experimental Dermatology 2026

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Authors: Gianluca Cafasso, Alessio Natale, Yuri Merli, M. La Plaça, Clara Bertuzzi, Alessandro Pileri
DOI: 10.1093/ced/llag071
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References: 6

Abstract

An 81-year-old man presented with a 4-week nonhealing plaque on the right lower leg following minor trauma. Despite wound care and systemic antibiotics, the lesion persisted and progressed. Histopathological evaluation of a punch biopsy led to a rare and unexpected diagnosis.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Nonmelanoma Skin Cancer Studies Skin Diseases and Diabetes Cancer and Skin Lesions

Publication details

Journal / source
Clinical and Experimental Dermatology
Volume
51
Issue
7
Pages
1333–1336
Publication date
9 February 2026
Language
EN