1. Poroid Hidradenoma: A Rare Finger Lesion.
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Satma JN, Chadab T, Landa M, and Engdahl R
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Poroid hidradenomas are uncommon tumors originating from eccrine sweat glands, often presenting as dermal nodules predominantly composed of cuticular and poroid cell types. They belong to the broader category of poroid neoplasms, which include hidroacanthoma simplex, dermal duct tumor, and eccrine poroma. Despite their rarity, poroid hidradenomas require accurate diagnosis and appropriate management due to potential overlaps in their histological features with other adnexal tumors, including digital papillary adenocarcinoma. We report a case of a 56-year-old female presenting with a nodular lesion on the palmar aspect of her right middle finger, which was excised under local anesthesia. Histopathological examination confirmed the diagnosis of poroid hidradenoma, highlighting the importance of maintaining a high clinical suspicion and precise histological evaluation in managing such an uncommon dermatological condition of the finger., Competing Interests: Human subjects: Consent was obtained or waived by all participants in this study. Conflicts of interest: In compliance with the ICMJE uniform disclosure form, all authors declare the following: Payment/services info: All authors have declared that no financial support was received from any organization for the submitted work. Financial relationships: All authors have declared that they have no financial relationships at present or within the previous three years with any organizations that might have an interest in the submitted work. Other relationships: All authors have declared that there are no other relationships or activities that could appear to have influenced the submitted work., (Copyright © 2024, Satma et al.)
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- 2024
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