Pilomatrixoma of the parotid region: A benign tumor mimicking metastatic cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma
Head and neck tumors in adults present a broad differential diagnosis, particularly when considering malignant neoplasms that require prompt diagnosis and intervention. We report the case of a 66-year-old woman with a progressively enlarging mass in the left parotid region. Initial assessments, incl...
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| Main Authors: | , , , , , |
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Elsevier
2025-04-01
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| Series: | Radiology Case Reports |
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| Online Access: | http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1930043325000639 |
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| Summary: | Head and neck tumors in adults present a broad differential diagnosis, particularly when considering malignant neoplasms that require prompt diagnosis and intervention. We report the case of a 66-year-old woman with a progressively enlarging mass in the left parotid region. Initial assessments, including fine needle aspiration biopsy and imaging studies from outside institutions, suggested a diagnosis of squamous cell carcinoma. However, final histopathological analysis revealed that the mass was consistent with a pilomatrixoma. This case highlights the critical importance of meticulous radiological interpretation and the role of fine needle aspiration cytology (FNA) in accurately distinguishing between these 2 entities before initiating treatment. |
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| ISSN: | 1930-0433 |