Buschke-Lowenstein tumor of the inguinal region: A rare entity in a rarer location

Abstract

Buschke-Lowenstein tumor (BLT), also known as giant condyloma accuminata, first described in 1896 by Buschke, is a rare, slow-growing, locally invasive, mass lesion commonly affecting the anogenital region in immunocompromised males. This florid type of verrucous carcinoma is known for its high rate of recurrence as well as malignant conversion to squamous cell carcinoma. BLTs have been commonly reported to involve the penis, scrotum, bladder, vulva and perianal or anorectal regions. Our index case remains distinguished on the account of the rare anatomical location, causing a diagnostic dilemma, and once diagnosed managed adequately via surgery alone.