Proliferating trichilemmal cyst in an organoid nevus

Gordon, C.J.

Cutis 48(1): 49-52

1991


ISSN/ISBN: 0011-4162
PMID: 1868744
Document Number: 386657
An unusual tumor mass of the scalp found in an elderly woman is presented. This lesion had many features simulating a verrucous squamous cell carcinoma of the scalp. Pathologic findings eventually revealed the tumor mass to be a proliferating trichilemmal cyst. Differentiation between a benign and malignant process in these lesions can sometimes be difficult. Clinical as well as histopathologic evaluation is necessary to make an accurate diagnosis.

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