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Isolated plantar collagenoma: a case report.
H Cevdet Altinyazar1, Eksal Kargi, Banu Doğan Gün
1Department of Dermatology, Faculty of Medicine, Zonguldak Karaelmas University, Turkey.
The Journal of Dermatology
|September 14, 2002
Summary
Collagenoma is a rare hamartoma characterized by collagen proliferation. This case details an isolated plantar collagenoma in a young woman, confirmed by histopathology.
Area of Science:
- Dermatology
- Pathology
- Histopathology
Background:
- Collagenoma is a benign, hamartomatous skin lesion.
- It involves the proliferation of normal collagen tissue within the dermis.
- Isolated plantar collagenoma is a rare presentation.
Observation:
- A 19-year-old female presented with a firm, elastic nodule on her right plantar fossa.
- The nodule measured 3 x 2 cm.
- Clinical examination revealed a distinct mass on the sole of the foot.
Findings:
- Histopathological examination showed dense, coarse, and thick collagen fibers in the dermis.
- A slight decrease in the number of elastic fibers was noted.
- These findings are consistent with collagenoma.
Implications:
- This case contributes to the understanding of isolated plantar collagenoma.
- It highlights the importance of histopathological correlation for diagnosis.
- Further research may explore the specific etiology and management of plantar collagenomas.