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A rare histopathological spiradenocylindroma: a case report.
V Facchini1, W Colangeli1, F Bozza1
1U.O. Maxillofacial Surgery, S. Andrea Hospital, Faculty of medicine and psychology, University of Rome "La Sapienza", Roma, Italy.
La Clinica Terapeutica
|July 20, 2022
Summary
Spiradenocylindroma, a rare dual neoplasm, requires accurate diagnosis. This case highlights its importance in head and neck tumor differential diagnosis for effective treatment.
Area of Science:
- Dermatopathology
- Oncology
Background:
- Spiradenocylindroma is an exceptionally rare tumor combining spiradenoma and cylindroma.
- It can manifest as solitary or multiple lesions, sporadically or familially, frequently on the scalp.
Observation:
- A 58-year-old female presented with a painless, tender preauricular nodule.
- Initial imaging (ultrasound, MRI) suggested a non-specific cystic lesion.
Findings:
- Histopathological examination post-surgery confirmed the diagnosis of spiradenocylindroma.
- The patient achieved a 3-year disease-free follow-up.
Implications:
- Spiradenocylindroma is often misdiagnosed, underscoring the need for thorough differential diagnosis of head and neck masses.
- Accurate histopathological diagnosis is crucial for curative surgical management and patient follow-up.
