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Ann Dermatol.  2016 Dec;28(6):765-768. 10.5021/ad.2016.28.6.765.

Eccrine Syringofibroadenoma in a Patient with Long-Standing Exfoliative Dermatitis

Affiliations
  • 1Department of Dermatology, Chung-Ang University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea. drseo@hanafos.com
  • 2Department of Dermatology, National Police Hospital, Seoul, Korea.

Abstract

Eccrine syringofibroadenoma (ESFA) is a rare benign cutaneous adnexal lesion characterized by a hyperplastic epithelium and eccrine ductal differentiation. In the present case, a 73-year-old Korean male presented with symmetrical numerous widespread, pinkish nodules with a cobblestone appearance over both legs for 2 years. He had a history of generalized erythematous scaly patches over his entire body for 20 years. On histopathologic findings, diagnosis of ESFA was confirmed. Our unusual and interesting case emphasizes the first report described one case in which multiple cobblestone like ESFAs arising from long-standing exfoliative dermatitis.

Keyword

Eccrine syringofibroadenoma; Exfoliative dermatitis

MeSH Terms

Aged
Dermatitis, Exfoliative*
Diagnosis
Epithelium
Humans
Leg
Male
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