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Case Reports
. 1995 Mar;21(3):245-6.
doi: 10.1111/j.1524-4725.1995.tb00164.x.

Pilomatrixoma of the earlobe

K Sevin  1 , Z Can, S Yilmaz, A Saray, E Yormuk
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Case Reports

Pilomatrixoma of the earlobe

K Sevin et al. Dermatol Surg. 1995 Mar.

Abstract

Background: Pilomatrixoma most commonly occurs in the head and neck region, appearing primarily in the first two decades of life. The lesion is described as a tumor with differentiation toward hair cells and surgical excision is the treatment of choice.

Objective: We report an uncommon localization of a perforating type pilomatrixoma of 5 x 4 x 4 cm in size that developed from the earlobe.

Methods: Histopathological examination revealed pilomatrixoma. Total resection of the tumor was performed. The earlobe was reconstructed by forming a posterior-superior pedicled skin flap.

Results: No recurrence was observed and a good cosmetic result was obtained.

Conclusion: Local recurrence does not generally occur if the tumor is completely removed. The case we present is of interest in having a history of trauma to the region and a relatively rapid growth with perforation of the overlying skin.

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