Zosteriform metastasis
Zosteriform Metastasis
Zosteriform Metastasis (pronunciation: zos-ter-i-form met-uh-stey-sis) is a rare type of cutaneous metastasis that is characterized by skin lesions distributed along the lines of Blaschko.
Etymology
The term "Zosteriform" is derived from the Greek word "zoster", meaning "girdle" or "belt", and "form", which refers to the shape or pattern. This is in reference to the characteristic distribution of the skin lesions. "Metastasis" is derived from the Greek "metastasis", meaning "removal from one place to another". In the context of cancer, it refers to the spread of cancer cells from the primary site to other parts of the body.
Definition
Zosteriform Metastasis is a clinical pattern of skin metastasis where the lesions are distributed along the lines of Blaschko, resembling the distribution of Herpes Zoster lesions. It is a rare presentation and is most commonly associated with malignant melanoma and breast carcinoma.
Related Terms
- Cutaneous Metastasis: The spread of cancer cells from the primary site to the skin.
- Blaschko's Lines: Invisible lines on the human body along which many skin disorders and diseases tend to form.
- Herpes Zoster: Also known as shingles, it is a viral disease characterized by a painful skin rash with blisters in a localized area.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Zosteriform metastasis
- Wikipedia's article - Zosteriform metastasis
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