Pilomatrix carcinoma: a rare cause of facial tumor

Dermatol Online J. 2014 Jul 15;20(7):13030/qt5ct4m4w1.

Abstract

Pilomatrix carcinoma is a rare malignant tumor that originates from hair matrix cells. It is not usually considered in a differential diagnosis owing to its low incidence. We present a case of this uncommon entity and review the literature.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Aged, 80 and over
  • Biopsy
  • Diagnosis, Differential
  • Facial Neoplasms / diagnosis*
  • Hair Diseases / diagnosis*
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Skin Neoplasms / diagnosis*