Buschke-Lowenstein tumors primarily are slow-growing giant condylomata accuminata of the anogenital region. They are locally destructive with a low rate of metastasis. Sexually transmitted oncogenic human papillomavirus type 6 and 11 are the greatest risk factors for Buschke-Lowenstein tumors or verrucous carcinomas, a type of squamous cell cancer. Grossly, the tumor appears as a large fungating, erythematous, cauliflower-like mass. Radical surgical excision of the tumor is the treatment of choice and close follow-up for recurrence is essential. The use of radiation or chemotherapy as adjunct treatments is controversial. This case report describes a patient with this rare condition.
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