Syringocystadenoma Papilliferum of the Scalp Mimicking Squamous Cell Carcinoma
Abstract:Background: Syringocytadernoma papilliferum (SCAP) is a rare benign tumour of the apocrine or eccrine sweat glands. Predominantly a tumour of childhood. SCAP usually presents as a solitary papule, nodule, or plaque on the scalp. However, cutaneous adnexal tumours may bring diagnostic difficulties to dermatologists in everyday practice. We are presenting a case of SCAP, which we previously diagnosed clinically as squamous cell carcinoma.
Case presentation:A 33 years old female with ten years history of a skin l… Show more
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