Publications by Haidar Kassir

Publications by authors named "Haidar Kassir"

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Marjolin's ulcer of the forearm from 30-year-neglection of external fixator.

Haidar Kassir Mohamad K Moussa Firass El Hajj Walid Kheireddine Mohammad O Boushnak

Int J Surg Case Rep

March 2021

Background: Marjolin's ulcers are a rare form of malignancy that present at regions exposed to chronic infection. They present with a clinical triad of nodularity, induration, and ulceration greater than 3 months.

Case Report: We present herein, an extremely rare case of Marjolin's ulcer of the forearm, secondary to osteomyelitis, resulting from a 30-year neglection of external fixator used to treat a war injury of the forearm.

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- Haidar Kassir's research focuses on medical complications arising from long-term neglect of medical treatments, specifically in relation to chronic infections and malignancies such as Marjolin's ulcer.
- In his 2021 case report, Kassir describes an unusual instance of Marjolin's ulcer developing in the forearm due to a neglected external fixator, highlighting the significant time frame of 30 years post-injury.
- The findings underscore the importance of monitoring and addressing complications from past injuries, as Kassir emphasizes the clinical triad of symptoms that can indicate the onset of such rare malignancies associated with chronic conditions.

Publications by authors named "Haidar Kassir"

Marjolin's ulcer of the forearm from 30-year-neglection of external fixator.

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