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Trichoadenoma of Nikolowski
Duddi Sreehari Krishna Swaroop1, B A Ramakrishna, Sarala Jothi Bai
1Department of Pathology, Narayana Medical College, Nellore, AP, India. drkrishu@yahoo.com
Indian Journal of Pathology & Microbiology
|July 8, 2008
Summary
Trichoadenoma of Nikolowski is a rare benign skin tumor. This case report details a unique presentation in a 28-year-old man, highlighting its rarity.
Area of Science:
- Dermatology
- Pathology
- Oncology
Background:
- Trichoadenoma of Nikolowski is a rare benign cutaneous neoplasm.
- It typically presents as a solitary, nodular lesion on the face or buttocks in adults.
- Morphologically, it is considered intermediate between trichofolliculoma and trichoepithelioma, showing hair follicle differentiation.
Observation:
- A 28-year-old male presented with a solitary, nodular, and ulcerated swelling in the gluteal region.
- The lesion exhibited gradual enlargement over time.
- The clinical presentation prompted further investigation via excision biopsy.
Findings:
- Excision biopsy confirmed the diagnosis of trichoadenoma of Nikolowski.
- Histopathological examination revealed characteristic features consistent with this rare tumor.
- The tumor demonstrated hair follicle-like differentiation, aiding in its classification.
Implications:
- This case contributes to the limited literature on trichoadenoma of Nikolowski.
- Reporting rare cutaneous tumors aids in understanding their clinical and pathological spectrum.
- Increased awareness can improve diagnostic accuracy for this benign neoplasm.
