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Yadlapati S, Rosa-Nieves PM, Mehta N, Merritt BG, Carrasquillo OY. Treatment of sebaceous carcinoma with Mohs micrographic surgery versus wide local excision: a systematic review. Int J Dermatol 2024. [PMID: 38856083 DOI: 10.1111/ijd.17283] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/25/2024] [Revised: 05/09/2024] [Accepted: 05/11/2024] [Indexed: 06/11/2024]
Abstract
Sebaceous carcinoma (SC) is a rare neoplasm affecting periocular and extraocular sites. If inadequately treated, it can recur and cause morbidity. Specific management guidelines have not been established. Wide local excision (WLE) has been traditionally used; however, Mohs micrographic surgery (MMS) can be advantageous because of complete margin assessment and tissue-sparing nature. This analysis aims to systematically review the surgical modalities used for the management of SC. Articles meeting eligibility criteria were identified using MEDLINE (via PubMed), Embase, Cochrane, and Scopus databases. All studies investigating surgical management of SC with WLE or MMS were considered. Seventy studies met inclusion criteria, including retrospective cohort studies, case series, and case reports. WLE was used in 32 studies, MMS in 29, and MMS and WLE in 9. Subgroup analysis showed that MMS has lower recurrence rates. For WLE, local, regional, and distant recurrence rates were 23.4%, 13.3%, and 11.0%, respectively, and for MMS, 6.8%, 4.3%, and 4.6%, respectively. Patients treated with WLE were more likely to have local recurrence than patients treated with MMS (P = 0.001). WLE cases were more likely to have a regional (P = 0.05) and distant recurrence (P = 0.001). Limitations of the study include heterogeneity of case reports, case series, and retrospective studies, variable follow-up times between the two groups, and large tumors included in the WLE category. In addition, disease-specific survival was not evaluated. MMS cases showed a superior outcome for local, regional, and distant recurrence, making it a good option for the management of SC.
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- Sujitha Yadlapati
- HCA Corpus Christi Medical Center-Bay Area Dermatology Residency Program, McAllen, TX, USA
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- Department of Dermatology, University of North Carolina School of Medicine, Chapel Hill, NC, USA
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- Department of Dermatology, University of North Carolina School of Medicine, Chapel Hill, NC, USA
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- Department of Dermatology, University of North Carolina School of Medicine, Chapel Hill, NC, USA
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Utikal J, Nagel P, Müller V, Becker JC, Dippel E, Frisman A, Gschnell M, Griewank K, Hadaschik E, Helbig D, Hillen U, Leiter U, Pföhler C, Krönig L, Ziemer M, Ugurel S. S1-Guideline Sebaceous Carcinoma. J Dtsch Dermatol Ges 2024; 22:730-747. [PMID: 38679790 DOI: 10.1111/ddg.15405] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/08/2024] [Accepted: 02/19/2024] [Indexed: 05/01/2024]
Abstract
Sebaceous gland carcinomas are rare malignant cutaneous adnexal tumors with sebocytic differentiation. The typical predilection area is the head and neck region, where sebaceous gland carcinomas are the most common malignant adnexal tumors of the skin. According to their localization a distinction is made between periocular and extraocular sebaceous gland carcinomas. Muir-Torre syndrome (MTS) should always be ruled out if it is suspected. In terms of prognosis, sebaceous gland carcinomas are potentially aggressive tumors with a clear tendency to recur and metastasize. Only small extraocular sebaceous gland carcinomas that have been completely resected have a very good prognosis. Sebaceous gland carcinomas most frequently metastasize lymphogenously to regional or distant lymph nodes; organ metastasis occurs less frequently. Periocular sebaceous gland carcinomas have a higher metastasis rate (up to 15%) than extraocular sebaceous gland carcinomas (up to 2%). Complete micrographically controlled surgery (MCS) of the primary tumor is the therapy of first choice, regardless of periocular or extraocular localization. Adjuvant or therapeutic radiotherapy may be considered. There is currently no established standard therapy for advanced, inoperable, or metastatic sebaceous gland carcinomas. Local procedures and systemic therapies such as chemotherapy or immunotherapy can be considered. The procedure should be determined individually by an interdisciplinary tumor board. Close follow-up care is recommended for these potentially aggressive carcinomas.
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- Jochen Utikal
- Clinical Cooperation Unit Dermato-Oncology of the German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ) Heidelberg and the Department of Dermatology, Venereology and Allergology, Medical Faculty Mannheim, Ruprecht Karl University Heidelberg, Mannheim, Germany
- DKFZ Hector Cancer Institute, University Medical Center Mannheim, Mannheim, Germany
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- Clinical Cooperation Unit Dermato-Oncology of the German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ) Heidelberg and the Department of Dermatology, Venereology and Allergology, Medical Faculty Mannheim, Ruprecht Karl University Heidelberg, Mannheim, Germany
- DKFZ Hector Cancer Institute, University Medical Center Mannheim, Mannheim, Germany
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- Clinical Cooperation Unit Dermato-Oncology of the German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ) Heidelberg and the Department of Dermatology, Venereology and Allergology, Medical Faculty Mannheim, Ruprecht Karl University Heidelberg, Mannheim, Germany
- DKFZ Hector Cancer Institute, University Medical Center Mannheim, Mannheim, Germany
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- Translational Skin Cancer Research, Department of Dermatology, University Medical Center Essen, and German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ) Heidelberg, Heidelberg, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology and Venereology, Ludwigshafen Medical Center, Ludwigshafen, Germany
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- Department of Radiation Therapy, University Hospital Leipzig, Leipzig, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology and Allergology, University Hospital Marburg, Marburg, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology, Venereology and Allergology, University Medical Center Essen, Essen, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology, Venereology and Allergology, University Medical Center Essen, Essen, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology and Venereology, University Hospital Cologne, Cologne, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology and Venereology, Vivantes Hospital Neukölln, Berlin, Germany
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- Center for Dermato-Oncology, Department of Dermatology, University Medical Center Tübingen, Tübingen, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology, Venereology and Allergology and Skin Tumor Center, Saarland University Medical School, Homburg, Homburg/Saar, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology and Allergology, University Hospital Marburg, Marburg, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology, Venereology and Allergology, University Hospital Leipzig, Leipzig, Germany
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- Department of Dermatology, Venereology and Allergology, University Medical Center Essen, Essen, Germany
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Utikal J, Nagel P, Müller V, Becker JC, Dippel E, Frisman A, Gschnell M, Griewank K, Hadaschik E, Helbig D, Hillen U, Leiter U, Pföhler C, Krönig L, Ziemer M, Ugurel S. S1‐Leitlinie Talgdrüsenkarzinom. J Dtsch Dermatol Ges 2024; 22:730-749. [PMID: 38730519 DOI: 10.1111/ddg.15405_g] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/08/2024] [Accepted: 02/19/2024] [Indexed: 05/13/2024]
Abstract
Sebaceous gland carcinomas are rare malignant cutaneous adnexal tumors with sebocytic differentiation. The typical predilection area is the head and neck region, where sebaceous gland carcinomas are the most common malignant adnexal tumors of the skin. According to their localization a distinction is made between periocular and extraocular sebaceous gland carcinomas. Muir-Torre syndrome (MTS) should always be ruled out if it is suspected. In terms of prognosis, sebaceous gland carcinomas are potentially aggressive tumors with a clear tendency to recur and metastasize. Only small extraocular sebaceous gland carcinomas that have been completely resected have a very good prognosis. Sebaceous gland carcinomas most frequently metastasize lymphogenously to regional or distant lymph nodes; organ metastasis occurs less frequently. Periocular sebaceous gland carcinomas have a higher metastasis rate (up to 15%) than extraocular sebaceous gland carcinomas (up to 2%). Complete micrographically controlled surgery (MCS) of the primary tumor is the therapy of first choice, regardless of periocular or extraocular localization. Adjuvant or therapeutic radiotherapy may be considered. There is currently no established standard therapy for advanced, inoperable or metastatic sebaceous gland carcinomas. Local procedures and system therapies such as chemotherapy or immunotherapy can be considered. The procedure should be determined individually in an interdisciplinary tumor board. Close follow-up care is recommended for these potentially aggressive carcinomas.
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- Jochen Utikal
- Klinische Kooperationseinheit Dermatoonkologie des Deutschen Krebsforschungszentrums (DKFZ) Heidelberg und der Klinik für Dermatologie, Venerologie und Allergologie, Medizinische Fakultät Mannheim, Ruprecht-Karls-Universität Heidelberg, Mannheim, Deutschland
- DKFZ Hector Krebsinstitut an der Universitätsmedizin Mannheim
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- Klinische Kooperationseinheit Dermatoonkologie des Deutschen Krebsforschungszentrums (DKFZ) Heidelberg und der Klinik für Dermatologie, Venerologie und Allergologie, Medizinische Fakultät Mannheim, Ruprecht-Karls-Universität Heidelberg, Mannheim, Deutschland
- DKFZ Hector Krebsinstitut an der Universitätsmedizin Mannheim
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- Klinische Kooperationseinheit Dermatoonkologie des Deutschen Krebsforschungszentrums (DKFZ) Heidelberg und der Klinik für Dermatologie, Venerologie und Allergologie, Medizinische Fakultät Mannheim, Ruprecht-Karls-Universität Heidelberg, Mannheim, Deutschland
- DKFZ Hector Krebsinstitut an der Universitätsmedizin Mannheim
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- Translationale Hautkrebsforschung, Klinik für Dermatologie, Universitätsmedizin Essen, und Deutsches Krebsforschungszentrum (DKFZ), Heidelberg
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- Klinik für Dermatologie und Venerologie, Klinikum der Stadt Ludwigshafen
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- Klinik und Poliklinik für Strahlentherapie, Universitätsklinikum Leipzig
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- Klinik für Dermatologie und Allergologie, Universitätsklinikum Marburg
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- Klinik für Dermatologie, Venerologie und Allergologie, Universitätsklinikum Essen
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- Klinik für Dermatologie, Venerologie und Allergologie, Universitätsklinikum Essen
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- Klinik und Poliklinik für Dermatologie und Venerologie, Uniklinikum Köln
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- Klinik für Dermatologie und Venerologie, Vivantes Klinikum Neukölln, Berlin
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- Zentrum für Dermatoonkologie, Universitäts-Hautklinik Tübingen, Universitätsklinikum Tübingen
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- Universitätsklinikum des Saarlandes, Klinik für Dermatologie, Venerologie und Allergologie und Hauttumorzentrum am UKS, Homburg/Saar
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- Klinik für Dermatologie und Allergologie, Universitätsklinikum Marburg
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- Klinik für Dermatologie, Venerologie und Allergologie, Universitätsklinikum Leipzig AöR, Leipzig
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- Klinik für Dermatologie, Venerologie und Allergologie, Universitätsklinikum Essen
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Dowell-Esquivel C, Lee R, DiCaprio RC, Nouri K. Sebaceous carcinoma: an updated review of pathogenesis, diagnosis, and treatment options. Arch Dermatol Res 2023; 316:55. [PMID: 38112896 DOI: 10.1007/s00403-023-02747-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/30/2023] [Revised: 10/10/2023] [Accepted: 10/26/2023] [Indexed: 12/21/2023]
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Sebaceous carcinoma (SC) is a very rare and aggressive form of skin cancer that arises from the sebaceous glands. SC can occur anywhere on the body, but most commonly affects the head and neck, especially the upper eyelid. SC is the third most common malignancy of the eyelid and has the potential to metastasize and be fatal; therefore, it is vital for dermatologists to remain acquainted with this malignancy and its most current treatment options. Most commonly presenting as a painless lump or thickening of skin on the eyelid, SC has an insidious progression that may not prompt the patient to seek medical attention immediately. To avoid the potential of metastasis, early diagnosis and treatment is paramount. To assess if the cancer has spread, ophthalmology, imaging, and sentinel lymph node biopsy are recommended. This article provides a comprehensive review of SC's pathogenesis, current diagnostic methods, and treatments, including wide local excision, Mohs micrographic surgery, orbital exenteration, radiation, and other topicals. The prognosis of SC depends on several factors, including size, location, stage, and treatment method. After treatment of the neoplasm, diligent post-treatment surveillance remains the cornerstone of patient care. Continued dermatologic follow-ups are essential for early detection of reoccurrence, ensuring timely intervention and optimal long-term outcomes. In conclusion, this comprehensive review aims to equip dermatologists and other physicians with a nuanced understanding of SC, enabling them to provide effective care to support patients encountering this malignancy.
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- Caitlin Dowell-Esquivel
- Department of Dermatology and Cutaneous Surgery, University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine, Dermatology Research Clinic, 1150 NW 14th Street, Miami, FL, 33136, USA.
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- Department of Dermatology and Cutaneous Surgery, University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine, Dermatology Research Clinic, 1150 NW 14th Street, Miami, FL, 33136, USA
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- Department of Dermatology and Cutaneous Surgery, University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine, Dermatology Research Clinic, 1150 NW 14th Street, Miami, FL, 33136, USA
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- Department of Dermatology and Cutaneous Surgery, University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine, Dermatology Research Clinic, 1150 NW 14th Street, Miami, FL, 33136, USA
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Neill BC, Heath MS, Leitenberger J. An Approach for Mohs Excisions for Sebaceous Carcinoma of the Posterior Lamella. Dermatol Surg 2023; 49:963-964. [PMID: 37682907 DOI: 10.1097/dss.0000000000003879] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 09/10/2023]
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- Brett C Neill
- Mohs Micrographic and Dermatologic Oncology, Oregon Health and Science University, Portland, Oregon
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Zhao Y, Bai R, Hao H, Qi W, Li S, Li J. The effectiveness and safety of eyelid defect reconstruction after sebaceous carcinoma of the eyelid surgery: A protocol for systematic review and meta-analysis. Medicine (Baltimore) 2023; 102:e34531. [PMID: 37565911 PMCID: PMC10419430 DOI: 10.1097/md.0000000000034531] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/22/2023] [Accepted: 02/23/2023] [Indexed: 08/12/2023] Open
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INTRODUCTION Sebaceous carcinoma of the eyelid is the third most common eyelid malignancy, after basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma. It is highly malignant and potentially aggressive. Surgical excision is currently the best treatment option for this condition. Patients often require reconstruction surgery to repair eyelid defects to achieve normal eyelid function and appearance. However, no comprehensive systematic review has assessed the efficacy and safety of eyelid defect reconstruction. This protocol was developed to conduct a systematic review and meta-analysis to evaluate evidence related to the efficacy and safety of reconstruction. METHODS We will systematically search the Cochrane Library, PubMed, Web of Science, China National Knowledge Infrastructure, WanFang Database, and Chinese Biomedical Literature Database from their inception to February 2023 for studies on eyelid defect reconstruction. We will identify other potential studies using multiple methods such as manual searching. The outcomes were eyelid function, eyelid morphology, patient satisfaction, recurrence rate, metastasis rate, tumor-related mortality, and adverse events. Two researchers will independently screen titles and abstracts, identify full-text studies for inclusion, extract data, and appraise the risk of bias in the included studies. A meta-analysis will be conducted using Review Manager 5.4 and R software. The certainty of evidence will be appraised by grading of recommendations, assessment, development, and evaluation system. RESULTS This full-text will adhere to the preferred reporting items for systematic reviews and meta-analyses statement to ensure clarity and completeness of reporting in all phases of the systematic review. DISCUSSION This study provides evidence of the efficacy and safety of reconstruction methods for sebaceous carcinoma of the eyelid.
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- Yu Zhao
- Department of Ophthalmology, Lanzhou First People’s Hospital, Lanzhou, China
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Lanzhou First People’s Hospital, Lanzhou, China
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Lanzhou First People’s Hospital, Lanzhou, China
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Lanzhou First People’s Hospital, Lanzhou, China
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Lanzhou First People’s Hospital, Lanzhou, China
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Lanzhou First People’s Hospital, Lanzhou, China
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Magazin M, Dalvin LA, Salomao DR, Castner NB, Halbach C, Tooley AA. Sebaceous Carcinoma of the Eyelid: Proposed Nomenclature for Multifocal and Multicentric Disease. Ophthalmic Plast Reconstr Surg 2023; 39:117-122. [PMID: 36356187 DOI: 10.1097/iop.0000000000002281] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/12/2022]
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PURPOSE To review clinical presentations of periocular sebaceous carcinoma (SC) and introduce standardized nomenclature for multicentric and multifocal disease presentation. METHODS A comprehensive PubMed/Medline search was conducted to identify all articles reporting periocular multicentric or multifocal SC presentations. The authors also highlight an additional case of SC presenting with 2 clinically distinct tumor foci and complete secondary invasion of the lacrimal gland. RESULTS This review summarizes clinical presentations of periocular SC exhibiting discrete foci of microinvasion reported in the literature. Discrete microinvasion was associated with high rates of misdiagnosis (80%), simultaneous involvement of both upper and lower eyelids (80%), pagetoid spread (80%), multinodular growth (33%), local tumor spread (60%), previous eyelid manipulation (40%), and local recurrence (40%). Eyelid multifocality with clinically discrete nodules (42%) was associated with more advanced disease including orbital extension and regional invasion (80%). CONCLUSIONS Despite previous reported associations with poorer outcomes, there is no consensus in the definition or nomenclature for discrete microinvasive or clinical disease presentations in periocular SC. The authors recommend defining multicentric disease as discrete foci of microinvasive tumor with basement membrane disruption and multifocal disease as discrete clinically evident nodules involving both the upper and lower eyelids. Differentiating between discrete microinvasive (multicentric) and clinically nodular (multifocal) disease may improve risk stratification to most accurately identify patients who require more aggressive management and surveillance.
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- Maja Magazin
- Department of Ophthalmology, Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University, Augusta, Georgia
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota
- Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota
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- Department of Dermatology, Stony Brook University Hospital, Stony Brook, New York, U.S.A
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota
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Woods AD, Grushchak S, Williams KM, Tan A, Krunic AL. Combination treatment of bilateral periocular sebaceous carcinomas with microsatellite instability with neoadjuvant pembrolizumab and Mohs surgery. Australas J Dermatol 2022; 63:e345-e349. [PMID: 36073830 PMCID: PMC9825858 DOI: 10.1111/ajd.13919] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/18/2022] [Accepted: 08/22/2022] [Indexed: 01/11/2023]
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This case highlights the successful use of pembrolizumab for neoadjuvant treatment of MMR-deficient sebaceous carcinoma of bilateral eyelids to reduce tumour burden allowing smaller defect post-Mohs surgery and better reconstructive outcome. Microsatellite stability, tumour mutational burden and PD-L1 expression are important prognostic factors to be considered for the use of neoadjuvant pembrolizumab. Further studies are needed to determine if neoadjuvant pembrolizumab consistently improves surgical and cosmetic outcomes and reduces local recurrence and metastasis.
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- Alexander D. Woods
- Department of DermatologyUniversity of Illinois Chicago College of MedicineChicagoIllinoisUSA
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- Department of OphthalmologyRush University Medical CenterChicagoIllinoisUSA
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- Department of Internal MedicineRush University Medical CenterChicagoIllinoisUSA
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Luo Y, Zhang J, Yang Y, Rao Y, Chen X, Shi T, Xu S, Jia R, Gao X. Deep learning-based fully automated differential diagnosis of eyelid basal cell and sebaceous carcinoma using whole slide images. Quant Imaging Med Surg 2022; 12:4166-4175. [PMID: 35919066 PMCID: PMC9338367 DOI: 10.21037/qims-22-98] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/28/2022] [Accepted: 06/01/2022] [Indexed: 11/06/2022]
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Background The differential diagnosis of eyelid basal cell carcinoma (BCC) and sebaceous carcinoma (SC) is highly dependent on pathologist’s experience. Herein, we proposed a fully automated differential diagnostic method, which used deep learning (DL) to accurately classify eyelid BCC and SC based on whole slide images (WSIs). Methods We used 116 haematoxylin and eosin (H&E)-stained sections from 116 eyelid BCC patients and 180 H&E-stained sections from 129 eyelid SC patients treated at the Shanghai Ninth People’s Hospital from 2017 to 2019. The method comprises two stages: patch prediction by the DenseNet-161 architecture-based DL model and WSI differentiation by an average-probability strategy-based integration module, and its differential performance was assessed by the carcinoma differentiation accuracy and F1 score. We compared the classification performance of the method with that of three pathologists, two junior and one senior. To validate the auxiliary value of the method, we compared the pathologists’ BCC and SC classification with and without the assistance of our proposed method. Results Our proposed method achieved an accuracy of 0.983, significantly higher than that of the three pathologists (0.644 and 0.729 for the two junior pathologists and 0.831 for the senior pathologist). With the method’s assistance, the pathologists’ accuracy increased significantly (P<0.05), by 28.8% and 15.2%, respectively, for the two junior pathologists and by 11.8% for the senior pathologist. Conclusions Our proposed method accurately classifies eyelid BCC and SC and effectively improves the diagnostic accuracy of pathologists. It may therefore facilitate the development of appropriate and timely therapeutic plans.
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- Yingxiu Luo
- Department of Ophthalmology, Shanghai Ninth People's Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai, China.,Shanghai Key Laboratory of Orbital Diseases and Ocular Oncology, Shanghai, China
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- Medical Imaging Department, Suzhou Institute of Biomedical Engineering and Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Suzhou, China.,School of Biomedical Engineering (Suzhou), Division of Life Sciences and Medicine, University of Science and Technology of China, Suzhou, China
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Shanghai Ninth People's Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai, China.,Shanghai Key Laboratory of Orbital Diseases and Ocular Oncology, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Pathology, Shanghai Ninth People's Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Shanghai Ninth People's Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai, China.,Shanghai Key Laboratory of Orbital Diseases and Ocular Oncology, Shanghai, China
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- Medical Imaging Department, Suzhou Institute of Biomedical Engineering and Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Suzhou, China.,School of Biomedical Engineering (Suzhou), Division of Life Sciences and Medicine, University of Science and Technology of China, Suzhou, China
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Shanghai Ninth People's Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai, China.,Shanghai Key Laboratory of Orbital Diseases and Ocular Oncology, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Shanghai Ninth People's Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai, China.,Shanghai Key Laboratory of Orbital Diseases and Ocular Oncology, Shanghai, China
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- Medical Imaging Department, Suzhou Institute of Biomedical Engineering and Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Suzhou, China.,School of Biomedical Engineering (Suzhou), Division of Life Sciences and Medicine, University of Science and Technology of China, Suzhou, China.,Jinan Guoke Medical Engineering and Technology Development Co., Ltd., Jinan, China
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