Title
Management of a hidradenoma with Mohs micrographic surgery
UMMS Affiliation
Department of Medicine, Division of Dermatology
Publication Date
1994-09-01
Document Type
Article
Subjects
Adenoma, Sweat Gland; Chin; Facial Neoplasms; Female; Humans; Middle Aged; *Mohs Surgery; Skin Neoplasms; Sweat Gland Neoplasms
Disciplines
Dermatology | Neoplasms | Skin and Connective Tissue Diseases
Abstract
BACKGROUND: Hidradenomas are adnexal tumors that may grow to be very large and frequently recur after excision. Malignant transformation and metastatic spread can occur and histologic distinction of benign from malignant hidradenomas can be very difficult. Some tumors with bland histology have demonstrated aggressive behavior.
OBJECTIVE: To decide the benefits of management with Mohs micrographic surgery of large hidradenomas.
METHODS: The literature was reviewed, including both the clinical course of the tumor and histologic features. The case of our report was interpreted in light of the review.
RESULTS: Three stages of Mohs surgery were required for complete removal of the hidradenoma. The patient remains free of recurrence.
CONCLUSION: This report highlights the difficulties in distinguishing benign from malignant hidradenomas and emphasizes the benefits of Mohs surgery for large or recurrent tumors.
DOI of Published Version
10.1111/j.1524-4725.1994.tb00155.x
Source
J Dermatol Surg Oncol. 1994 Sep;20(9):619-22. doi:10.1111/j.1524-4725.1994.tb00155.x
Journal/Book/Conference Title
The Journal of dermatologic surgery and oncology
Related Resources
PubMed ID
8089362
Repository Citation
House, Nancy S.; Helm, Klaus F.; and Maloney, Mary E., "Management of a hidradenoma with Mohs micrographic surgery" (1994). Dermatology Publications and Presentations. 9.
https://escholarship.umassmed.edu/derm_pubs/9
Comments
At the time of publication, Mary E. Maloney was not yet affiliated with the University of Massachusetts Medical School.