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Abrikossoff's Tumor: An Unusual Presentation.

Gnanaraj Pushpa¹, Pradyot P Karve, K Subashini

¹Department of Dermatology, SRM Medical College Hospital and Research Centre, Kattankulathur, Kancheepuram, Tamilnadu, India.

Indian Journal of Dermatology

|October 2, 2013

Summary

Abrikossoff's tumor, also known as granular cell tumor, is a rare benign neoplasm. This case highlights an unusual presentation of this tumor in the upper arm, mimicking panniculitis.

Keywords:

Abrikossoff's tumor granular cell tumor panniculitis

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Area of Science:

Oncology
Pathology
Dermatology

Background:

Abrikossoff's tumor, or granular cell tumor (GCT), is an uncommon benign neoplasm first described in 1926.
GCT commonly affects the head and neck region (45-65% of cases), frequently involving the oral cavity and tongue.
A rare malignant variant, granular cell myoblastoma, can metastasize, but the benign form is typically treated with surgical excision.

Purpose of the Study:

To report a unique case of Abrikossoff's tumor.
To describe its presentation as a panniculitis-like lesion in the upper arm.
To contribute to the understanding of GCT's diverse clinical manifestations.

Main Methods:

Case report presentation.
Review of clinical presentation and diagnostic findings.
Surgical excision and histopathological analysis.

Main Results:

The tumor presented as a panniculitis-like lesion in the upper arm.
Histopathological examination confirmed the diagnosis of granular cell tumor.
Surgical excision was performed with a wide margin.

Conclusions:

Abrikossoff's tumor can present with atypical clinical features, mimicking other conditions like panniculitis.
Early and accurate diagnosis is crucial for appropriate management.
Surgical excision remains the primary treatment for benign GCT.