Publications by authors named "M Frangoulis"

In this case study, we present an unusual case with squamous cell carcinoma surrounding the penis involving foreskin and glans of penis. In addition, multiple satellite nodules were noted in the pubis. A 57-year-old circumcised heterosexual male patient presented with a penile lesion existing for 10 years.

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Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women and ranks second in cancer deaths worldwide. Breast cancer can metastasize to the skin but rarely, cutaneous metastases may be the first indication of the cancer. Skin metastases of breast cancer are usually found on the chest and close to the point of the mastectomy.

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Introduction: The ala is a unique landmark of the nose disposing aesthetic and functional properties. The head and neck area is the main site of appearance of nonmelanoma skin cancer. One third of them are located in the nose with an alar preponderance compared with other nasal subunits.

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The aim of this study was to present our experience with the use of the Keystone Perforator Island Flap (KPIF) in a case series of patients with small size (diameter ≤ 2 cm) nasal defects which will be useful prospectively to assist plastic surgeons in planning a reconstructive strategy that will work. The KPIF was utilized in 30 patients with nasal defects post tumor extirpation. More than one type of KPIF (type I or type III) was used following the nasal subunit principle or a modified version of it.

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Scalp reconstruction is a challenging area in plastic surgery. The susceptibility of potentially exposed brain tissue is almost always a concern along with the provision of adequate soft tissue coverage in cases of full-thickness defects. The applied reconstructive strategy also affects efficiency in malignant disease treatment providing both local control of the disease and vigorous monitoring for recurrence or metastasis.

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