Spontaneous Regression Of Bowenoid Atypia Of The Vulva
Obstetrics and Gynecology 42(1): July 1973; 40-46
View Original Source →Abstract
The phenomenon of multiple lesions of Bowen’s disease appearing on the genitalia of young adults is becoming increasingly recognized. We have seen two patients who had genital lesions with histologic features of squamous carcinoma in situ, but with an entirely different clinical appearance. In both patients, varying degrees of spontaneous regression occurred. A conservative approach to management of these lesions is suggested.
Case Details
Personal Characteristics
15-year-old girl, gave birth to a normal term infant
Clinical Characteristics
Numerous 1 x 1 centimeter pigmented lesions on the posterior region of the vulva and in the perianal area, perineal pruritus, rupture of the episiotomy incision
Remission Characteristics
Change in the appearance of the perineal lesions, no bowenoid atypia
Treatment & Mechanisms
Proposed Remission Mechanisms
Not discussed
Clinical Treatment
Biopsy, chest x-ray, cytology, vdrl, pregnancy tests, proctoscopic examinations
Additional Notes
No virus could be recovered from the lesions. The patient had no evidence of infection with Herpes virus hominis type 2.