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Gounder P, Selva D, Rajak SN. Malignant lesions of the caruncle. Eye (Lond) 2023; 37:849-857. [PMID: 35729271 PMCID: PMC10050163 DOI: 10.1038/s41433-022-02124-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/28/2022] [Revised: 04/11/2022] [Accepted: 05/25/2022] [Indexed: 11/08/2022] Open
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Caruncle malignancy is rare, but signs of disease can be easily missed by both patients and clinicians. There is significant potential for significant morbidity and even mortality from delayed diagnosis and treatment. Clinical features of primary malignant cancer include rapid growth, pigment deposition, ulcerated surface and bleeding. Malignant diagnoses include lymphoproliferative disease, basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, sebaceous carcinoma and malignant melanoma. Increased pigmentation is associated with melanoma, yellow coloured deposition with sebaceous carcinoma and a salmon-pink hue with lymphoproliferative disease. Treatment involves excision with margin control which may necessitate exenteration. Metastases to cervical and preauricular lymph nodes has been reported.
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- Pav Gounder
- The Sussex Eye Hospital, Brighton and Sussex University Hospitals NHS Trust, Brighton, UK.
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- South Australian Institute of Ophthalmology, Royal Adelaide Hospital, Adelaide, SA, Australia
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- The Sussex Eye Hospital, Brighton and Sussex University Hospitals NHS Trust, Brighton, UK
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Yvon C, Balamurugan T, Bianchi E, Lee HB, Mclean C. Caruncular lesions: A 16-year single centre review in the United Kingdom. Eur J Ophthalmol 2022; 33:11206721221137938. [PMID: 36366790 DOI: 10.1177/11206721221137938] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/17/2024]
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BACKGROUND/AIMS To review the clinicopathological features of caruncle biopsies carried out at a district general hospital in the United Kingdom (UK), and compare with other centres where data has been published. METHODS Retrospective, single-centre, observational case series between 2004-2020. RESULTS A total of 31 lesions from 31 patients were analysed. 18 of 31 patients were men (58%), and the age ranged from 12 to 91 years. 13 different histopathological types of lesions were identified in our case series, including 9 melanocytic nevi (29%), 7 benign squamous papillomas (23%), 5 skin adnexal lesions (16%), 3 chronic inflammation (10%), 3 epithelial cysts (10%), 1 basal cell carcinoma (3%), 2 malignant melanomas (6%) and l lymphoproliferative disorder (3%). Pre-operative suspected diagnoses were often vague but correct in 12 of 18 cases (67%), where data was available. CONCLUSION The uncommon nature and variety of caruncular lesions make the diagnostic process difficult. Our case series is the first reported in the UK, showing a slightly higher proportion of malignant melanomas, in keeping with the population demographics. Excisional biopsies would, therefore, be prudent in the majority of cases to rule out any possible malignancy.
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Mudhar HS, Roy SR, Nuruddin M, Hoque F. Primary Conjunctival Pigmented Basal Cell Carcinoma with Increased Numbers of Intra-Tumour Melanocytes, Mimicking Melanoma: A Case Report and Review of the Literature. Ocul Oncol Pathol 2019; 6:168-173. [PMID: 32509761 DOI: 10.1159/000504413] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/11/2019] [Revised: 10/28/2019] [Indexed: 11/19/2022] Open
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A 60-year-old, South-Asian male patient presented with a dark brown lesion on his left conjunctiva surface near the limbus for 2 years. Examination showed a globular, dark brown-coloured mass near the temporal limbus at 4 to 5 o'clock position, measuring 3 × 3 × 2 mm. There were a few scattered flat pigmented lesions near the mass and also a few prominent vessels. The mass underwent wide local excision, with a clear margin, followed by double freeze cryotherapy of the conjunctival margins along with the application of Mitomycin C. The bare sclera was covered by amniotic membrane. Histology surprisingly revealed a nodular basal cell carcinoma (BCC) containing melanin. The melanin was present in the tumour cell cytoplasm, within melanophages and within dendritic, Melan A-positive melanocytes. The BCC was immunohistochemically positive for BerEP4 and negative for EMA. The clinically observed smaller nodules flanking the main pigmented BCC corresponded histologically to pigmented superficial growth pattern BCC connected to the under surface of the conjunctival epithelium. This is the first report of a pigmented BCC of the conjunctiva, mimicking a conjunctival melanoma. Pigmented BCC should be considered in the differential diagnosis of pigmented tumours of the conjunctiva.
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- Hardeep Singh Mudhar
- National Specialist Ophthalmic Pathology Service (NSOPS), Department of Histopathology, Royal Hallamshire Hospital, Sheffield, United Kingdom
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- Orbit and Oculoplastic Department, Chittagong Eye Infirmary and Training Complex (CEITC), Chittagong, Bangladesh
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- Orbit and Oculoplastic Department, Chittagong Eye Infirmary and Training Complex (CEITC), Chittagong, Bangladesh
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- Orbit and Oculoplastic Department, Chittagong Eye Infirmary and Training Complex (CEITC), Chittagong, Bangladesh
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BACKGROUND Primary basal cell carcinoma (BCC) of the caruncle is an extremely rare entity. Overall, only a few cases are described in the literature. With respect to the S2k guidelines on basal cell carcinoma of the skin, the eyelids, eyebrows and periorbital regions are regarded as zones with a high risk of recurrence. Due to its rarity hardly any data are available for primary BCC of the caruncle. METHODS This article is based on a comprehensive literature review and a case presentation. RESULTS In addition to a literature review this article reports the case of a 58-year-old male who presented at this department with a tumor of the caruncle. The histopathological examination revealed a BCC of the caruncle, which could be completely excised and showed no indications of recurrence in a follow-up period of 6 months. CONCLUSION Primary BCC of the caruncle must be considered as a differential diagnosis in the case of unclear caruncular tumors. Moreover, the current data indicate an increased risk of recurrence.
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- Nataša Mihailovic
- Klinik für Augenheilkunde, Universitätsklinikum Münster, Domagkstr. 15, 48149, Münster, Deutschland.
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- Gerhard-Domagk-Institut für Pathologie, Universitätsklinikum Münster, Münster, Deutschland
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- Klinik für Augenheilkunde, Universitätsklinikum Münster, Domagkstr. 15, 48149, Münster, Deutschland
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Rodriguez Galarza RM, Shrader SM, Koehler JW, Abarca E. A case of basal cell carcinoma of the nictitating membrane in a dog. Clin Case Rep 2016; 4:1161-1167. [PMID: 27980754 PMCID: PMC5134201 DOI: 10.1002/ccr3.728] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/25/2016] [Revised: 07/23/2016] [Accepted: 09/18/2016] [Indexed: 11/09/2022] Open
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A case of a basal cell carcinoma (BCC) of the nictitating membrane (NM) in a 9-year-old female spayed dachshund is reported. Computed tomography and resection of the NM followed by cryosurgery was performed. Although uncommon, BCC should be considered as a differential diagnosis for tumors of the NM.
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- Department of Clinical SciencesCollege of Veterinary MedicineAuburn UniversityAuburn, ALUSA
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- Department of Clinical SciencesCollege of Veterinary MedicineAuburn UniversityAuburn, ALUSA
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- Department of Clinical SciencesCollege of Veterinary MedicineAuburn UniversityAuburn, ALUSA
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Primary basal cell carcinoma of the caruncle: case report and review of the literature. Ophthalmic Plast Reconstr Surg 2013; 30:e62-4. [PMID: 24131948 DOI: 10.1097/iop.0b013e31829bb48c] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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A case of primary basal cell carcinoma of the caruncle is presented and patients presented in the literature reviewed. Clinical features and outcome of a patient with primary basal cell carcinoma of the caruncle is described. Review of 8 other cases identified through literature search with the keywords of "basal cell carcinoma" and "caruncle" is presented.A 67-year-old male patient presented with a 12 months' history of a lesion over the caruncular region. Incisional biopsy of the lesion revealed primary basal cell carcinoma of nodular type. MRI of the orbit identified extension of the lesion into the medial orbit. The tumor was excised, and reconstructive surgery was performed. The patient declined subsequent radiotherapy. No recurrence was detected during the follow up of 33 months. The current patient and 8 other patients with primary basal cell carcinoma of the caruncle were reviewed.The main therapeutic approach for primary basal cell carcinoma of the caruncle is complete excision with tumor-free surgical margins. Adjuvant radiotherapy or chemotherapy may be administered when deemed necessary.
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Kirzhner M, Jakobiec FA. Clinicopathologic and immunohistochemical features of pigmented Basal cell carcinomas of the eyelids. Am J Ophthalmol 2012; 153:242-252.e2. [PMID: 21982104 DOI: 10.1016/j.ajo.2011.07.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/17/2011] [Revised: 07/12/2011] [Accepted: 07/13/2011] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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PURPOSE To describe the clinical and microscopic features of pigmented basal cell carcinomas (pBCC) of the eyelid. DESIGN Retrospective observational case series collected at one institution. METHODS An analysis of clinical records, photographs, and histopathologic characteristics of 257 BCCs with a review of the literature. The frequencies of clinically pigmented, and of microscopically pigmented but clinically nonpigmented, BCCs were determined. Cytochemical stains (Fontana-Masson, Prussian blue) and immunohistochemical probes (S-100, microphthalmia-associated transcription factor [MiTF], HMB-45, MART-1, CK20, synaptophysin, chromogranin, CD1a, Ki-67) were then employed and the findings correlated with the degree of clinical pigmentation. RESULTS Histopathologically, 13 of 257 cases (5.06%) were found to have pigment; of these 13, 6 (all white patients) had clinically apparent pigmentation (2.33%), either focal or diffuse. Eight of 13 lesions developed on the lower eyelids. All stained positively for melanin but negatively for iron. MiTF highlighted numerous melanocytic nuclei in the tumor lobules, while MART-1 and HMB-45 revealed the dendritic shapes of the entrapped melanocytes. There was a subtotal blockage of melanin transfer to the surrounding basaloid cells. Intralobular S-100-positive cells included CD1a-positive Langerhans cells, while CK20 did not identify any Merkel cells. CONCLUSIONS Only 1 of 6 lesions was uniformly clinically pigmented, whereas the other 5 were only focally brown-black. The clinical pigmentation was imparted by varying densities and distributions of melanocytes with arborizing dendrites, which were present in all BCCs. Melanophages within the stroma and basaloid cell melanization also contributed to pigmentation. No behavioral or biologic differences in pBCC were documented compared with clinically nonpigmented lesions.
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- Maria Kirzhner
- David G. Cogan Ophthalmic Pathology Laboratory, Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary, Room 321, 243 Charles St, Boston, MA 02114, USA
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Warner MA, Bhat PV, Jakobiec FA. Subepithelial Neoplasms of the Conjunctiva. Cornea 2011. [DOI: 10.1016/b978-0-323-06387-6.00048-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/28/2022]
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Squamous Neoplasms of the Conjunctiva. Cornea 2011. [DOI: 10.1016/b978-0-323-06387-6.00046-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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Primary ocular caruncular basal cell carcinoma in a Chinese patient. Kaohsiung J Med Sci 2010; 26:562-6. [PMID: 20950783 DOI: 10.1016/s1607-551x(10)70087-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/28/2009] [Accepted: 03/02/2010] [Indexed: 11/21/2022] Open
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Although basal cell carcinoma (BCC) is the most common eyelid neoplasm, BCC that originates from the lacrimal caruncle is extremely rare. To the best of our knowledge, only seven cases have been reported and here we report the first documented primary caruncular BCC in an Oriental patient. A 73-year-old Chinese man presented with a telangiectatic, multilobulated, pigmented tumor that measured 5×5 mm, which had arisen from the lacrimal caruncle of the left eye 3 months previously. The patient underwent tumor excision, and histopathological examination revealed BCC. He received adjuvant chemotherapy with intra-arterial methotrexate (30 mg/m(2)). A nodular pigmented BCC recurred in the bulbar conjunctiva close to the original tumor 3 months later, and he underwent a second excision. Bleomycin (8.5 mg/m(2) monthly) was added to the chemotherapy regimen, which was changed to fluorouracil (300 mg/m(2) monthly) 2 months later. The tumor did not recur during follow-up of 22 months. Malignant tumors of the caruncle are infrequent. BCC should be considered in the differential diagnosis of a pigmented caruncular lesion.
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Levy J, Ilsar M, Deckel Y, Maly A, Pe'er J. Lesions of the caruncle: a description of 42 cases and a review of the literature. Eye (Lond) 2008; 23:1004-18. [PMID: 18927596 DOI: 10.1038/eye.2008.316] [Citation(s) in RCA: 32] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/09/2022] Open
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Lesions of the caruncle are uncommon. On account of the histological composition of the caruncle, which includes, in addition to conjunctiva, hair follicles, sebaceous glands, sweat glands, and accessory lacrimal tissue, the caruncle may develop lesions that may be similar to those found in the skin, conjunctiva, or lacrimal gland. Clinical preoperative diagnosis is very difficult and reached only in about half of the cases. The vast majority of lesions of the caruncle are benign, mainly nevi. Reported malignant lesions are very rare but can be potentially fatal. Although malignancy is clinically overestimated, any suspected malignant lesion should be excised and examined histopathologically by an experienced pathologist. This study presents the clinical and histological data of 42 consecutive caruncular lesions processed at our laboratory and reviews previously reported cases of caruncular lesions.
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- J Levy
- Department of Ophthalmology, Soroka University Medical Centre, Beer-Sheva, Israel
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Kaeser PF, Uffer S, Zografos L, Hamédani M. Tumors of the caruncle: a clinicopathologic correlation. Am J Ophthalmol 2006; 142:448-55. [PMID: 16935590 DOI: 10.1016/j.ajo.2006.04.035] [Citation(s) in RCA: 34] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/14/2006] [Revised: 04/10/2006] [Accepted: 04/11/2006] [Indexed: 10/24/2022]
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PURPOSE To determine the types and incidence of caruncular lesions and to investigate the correlation between clinical and histologic diagnosis. DESIGN Retrospective, observational case series. METHODS Records of patients with a lesion of the caruncle that was excised and submitted to our ocular pathology department between January 1979 and May 2005 were reviewed. Lesions were classified by histologic type and correlated with patient age, gender, and preoperative clinical diagnosis. RESULTS A total of 195 consecutive caruncular lesions from 191 patients were identified. Twenty-four different types of lesions were identified; the most common were nevi (n = 92, 47%) and papillomas (n = 29, 15%). One keratoacanthoma was identified. One hundred eighty-three lesions (93.8%) were benign, six (3.1%) were premalignant, and five (2.6%) were malignant. Preoperative clinical diagnosis corresponded to postexcision histologic diagnosis in 73 cases (37.4%). Suspected malignancy was a common reason for excision (61 cases, 31.3%), but malignancy was confirmed in only three (4.9%) of 61 cases. Two of the five malignant lesions were clinically thought to be benign. CONCLUSIONS We hereby report the first caruncular keratoacanthoma. The rarity and variety of caruncular lesions make clinical diagnosis difficult. Malignancy is clinically overestimated, and some malignant lesions can take a benign aspect, justifying close photographic follow-up of all lesions. Because caruncular malignant melanoma is associated with poor prognosis, pigmented lesions should be monitored carefully. In the absence of clear criteria for malignancy, any change in color, size, or vascularization of a caruncular lesion should hasten excision.
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Rossman D, Arthurs B, Odashiro A, Saraiva V, Burnier M. Basal cell carcinoma of the caruncle. Ophthalmic Plast Reconstr Surg 2006; 22:313-4. [PMID: 16855514 DOI: 10.1097/01.iop.0000226921.48952.92] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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An 82-year-old white man presented with a 2- to 3-month history of a lesion in his left medial canthal region. Surgical excision of the lesion was performed, and histopathology showed a nodular basal cell carcinoma of the caruncle. Because of incomplete surgical margins after the initial excision, a second excision was performed, followed by a course of adjuvant radiotherapy. No tumor recurrence was detected in the caruncle after 6 months of follow-up.
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- David Rossman
- Department of Ophthalmology, Montreal General Hospital, McGill University, Montreal, Quebec, Canada
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Østergaard J, Prause JU, Heegaard S. Caruncular lesions in Denmark 1978-2002: a histopathological study with correlation to clinical referral diagnosis. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2006; 84:130-6. [PMID: 16445453 DOI: 10.1111/j.1600-0420.2005.00543.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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PURPOSE To carry out a retrospective clinicopathological evaluation of caruncular lesions. METHODS Data were collected from all surgically removed and histopathologically evaluated caruncular lesions registered by Danish pathology departments during the 25-year period 1978-2002. RESULTS A total of 574 caruncular lesions were identified. The number of caruncular lesions increased significantly during the 25-year period. This was due to an increase in the number of benign lesions, whereas the number of premalignant and malignant lesions remained constant. A total of 550 (96%) of the lesions were benign. Naevus (n = 248, 43%) and papilloma (n = 131, 23%) were the most common neoplasms. Premalignant lesions (n = 10, 1.7%) were dominated by primary acquired melanosis (PAM) with atypia and epithelial dysplasia. Malignant lesions constituted a total of 14 neoplasms (2.4%), with basal cell carcinoma (n = 4, 0.7%) and lymphoma (n = 4, 0.7%) being the most frequent. The preoperative clinical diagnosis was correct in 286 (50%) of cases. CONCLUSION Caruncular lesions are predominately benign but the lesions are rare and diverse, making clinical diagnosis difficult. Referral of excised lesions for pathological examination is recommended.
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- Jens Østergaard
- Eye Pathology Institute, University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark
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