Bullous pemphigoid has previously been linked to radiotherapy, but here we report the first case of MMP suspected to be a consequence of RT.
Methods:
The patient described is an 85-year-old male who underwent RT to treat squamous cell carcinoma of the palatine tonsil. Shortly after therapy, the patient developed blisters with worsening dyspnea and dysphonia.
Results:
This patient was successfully treated with a combination of oral immunosuppressants and surgical intervention.
Conclusion:
This incident underscores that not all episodes of mucosal ulceration following radiation are a result of mucositis and MMP should be considered in the differential.
MulVEvan GeestAJPijls-JohannesmaMC, et al. Radiation-induced bullous pemphigoid: a systematic review of an unusual radiation side effect. Radiother Oncol. 2007;82(1):5-9.
