Abstract
We report the first case of bullous pemphigoid complicating radiation therapy for vulvar cancer. Shortly after completion of post-operative radiation therapy for a T1N1 vulvar carcinoma, the patient presented with a rash that started within, but continued to extend, well beyond the radiation field. A biopsy of the lesions confirmed the diagnosis of bullous pemphigoid, and she had prompt clinical resolution with systemic tetracycline and steroids.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 322-324 |
Number of pages | 3 |
Journal | European Journal of Gynaecological Oncology |
Volume | 22 |
Issue number | 5 |
State | Published - 2001 |
Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- Bullous pemphigoid
- Radiation dermatitis
- Vulvar cancer
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Oncology
- Obstetrics and Gynecology