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Case Study | Health and Medical Sciences | Volume 15 Issue 5, May 2026 | Pages: 1272 - 1283 | India
Clinicopathological Profile and Surgical Management of Marjolin Ulcer: A Case Series from Eastern India
Abstract: Background: Marjolin ulcer represents malignant transformation arising in chronic wounds and scars. This study analyzed the incidence, clinicopathological profile and management outcomes of a tertiary private medical college in Eastern India. Methods: This study was conducted between December 2023 and November 2025. All surgically managed histopathologically confirmed Marjolin ulcer patients were included in the study. Demographic data, etiology, duration of scatring, anatomical site, histopathology, treatment and outcomes were analyzed. Results: Most of the patients were males with long?standing post?traumatic or post?burn scars. The lower limb was the most common site. Wide local excision with reconstruction formed the mainstay treatment. Histopathological examination revealed a predominantly well?differentiated squamous cell carcinoma. Conclusion: Early suspicion, biopsy of chronic ulcers and aggressive surgical management remain essential.
Keywords: Marjolin ulcer, Squamous cell carcinoma, Chronic wounds, Scar malignancy, Reconstruction
How to Cite?: Dr. Debashis Nanda, Dr. Chinmaya Chiranjibi Samal, Dr. Smita Sarangi, "Clinicopathological Profile and Surgical Management of Marjolin Ulcer: A Case Series from Eastern India", Volume 15 Issue 5, May 2026, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 1272-1283, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=SR26519191216, DOI: https://dx.dx.doi.org/10.21275/SR26519191216