Varied presentation of skin adnexal tumors - A case series with review of literature


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Case Report

Author :

Binjul Juneja, Shafaque Zabin, Mohd Talha, Kafil Akhtar

Volume :

5

Issue :

1

Abstract :

Skin adnexal tumours are a heterogeneous group of uncommon and rare tumours usually misdiagnosed clinically due to different types and similar presentation. They include a diverse group of benign and malignant neoplasms. They may present as single or multiple lesions and can be sporadic or familial in inheritance. They might be a superficial manifestation of an internal malignancy. Benign lesions are more common but malignant tumours are rare and locally aggressive, with potential nodal and distant metastasis with a poor clinical outcome. Histopathology is the basis of critical diagnosis, which has therapeutic and prognostic implications. Here we report a case series of skin adnexal tumours with aggressive behaviour on histopathology which appeared benign clinically. This case series emphasises the need for early detection and proper follow up of skin adnexal tumours to reduce the morbidity and mortality.

Keyword :

 Adnexal Tumours, Benign, Histopathology, Malignant, Skin.