Malignant Transformation of Nodular Hidradenoma in the Lower Leg

Nhuan Ngo1,2,3, Michiro Susa1, Takahiro Nakagawa1

  • 1Department of Orthopedic Surgery, National Defense Medical College, Tokorozawa, Japan.

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