Microcystic Adnexal Carcinoma: An Uncommon Tumor with Debatable Origin

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Authors

Katia Ongenae · Ghent University Hospital

M.E.J.M. Verhaegh · Advanced Dermatology

Anton H. M. Vermeulen · Maastricht University Medical Centre

J.M. Naeyaert · Ghent University Hospital

Abstract

We report two cases of this unusual tumor illustrating some of its characteristics. Our review emphasizes the divergent opinions concerning its differentiation profile and its origin. An organoid nevus as the origin of microcystic adnexal carcinoma in one of our patients is discussed in this context.

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Published in: Dermatologic Surgery

Volume 27, Issue 11, pp. 979-984

DOI: 10.1046/j.1524-4725.2001.01061.x

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Microcystic Adnexal Carcinoma: An Uncommon Tumor with Debatable Origin

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