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Malignant pilomatrixoma. Report of a case
Acta Radiologica. Oncology
|January 1, 1984
Summary
Malignant pilomatrixoma, an extremely rare skin tumor, was successfully treated with radiation therapy in a 39-year-old female. The patient remained recurrence-free for three years post-treatment, highlighting radiation therapy
Area of Science:
- Dermatopathology
- Surgical Oncology
- Radiation Oncology
Background:
- Malignant pilomatrixoma is a rare skin neoplasm with limited published data.
- Understanding the behavior and treatment of this rare tumor is crucial for patient outcomes.
Observation:
- A case of malignant pilomatrixoma in a 39-year-old female patient is presented.
- The tumor's rarity is emphasized, with only six prior cases documented in the literature.
Findings:
- The patient received radiation therapy for the malignant pilomatrixoma.
- Following treatment, the patient achieved a three-year disease-free survival.
- This suggests radiation therapy can be an effective treatment modality.
Implications:
- This case contributes to the limited understanding of malignant pilomatrixoma management.
- Radiation therapy may be a viable option for treating this rare skin malignancy.
- Further research into optimal treatment strategies for malignant pilomatrixoma is warranted.