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Pilomatrix carcinoma
1Department of Surgery, Institut Jules Bordet, Centre des Tumeurs de l'Université Libre de Bruxelles, Brussels, Belgium.
Summary
A rare calcifying epithelioma of Malherbe in a 43-year-old man transformed into a malignant tumor. Surgical excision was performed, and literature review informed prognosis factors for this uncommon condition.
Area of Science:
- Dermatology
- Oncology
- Pathology
Background:
- Calcifying epithelioma of Malherbe (also known as pilomatrix carcinoma) is an exceedingly rare skin neoplasm.
- Malignant transformation of this tumor is exceptionally uncommon, presenting unique diagnostic and therapeutic challenges.