Metastatic squamous cell carcinoma of penis in an HIV

The incidence of penile squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) varies widely in different parts of the world. It is rare in Western countries but common in developing countries like India. The glans and foreskin are the most commonly affected sites. It can occur in two forms which have different evolution and prognosis. Exophytic papillary lesions have late and rare lymphatic spread and ulcero-infiltrating lesions are associated with rapid lymph node invasion and a poorer prognosis. Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) is an aggravating factor for penile cancer and accelerates the progression of the disease. Cutaneous metastasis from penile SCC is rarely reported. Here, we report a case of metastatic SCC of the penis in a 51-year-old HIV-infected man who presented with cutaneous metastases in the inguino-pubic region with a hidden penile SCC