Papillary hidradenoma
Papillary hidradenoma
Definition
A benign neoplasm arising from the sweat glands. It presents as a slow growing cystic nodular lesion most often in the skin of the vulva and the perianal region. It is characterized by the presence of cystic and large papillary structures. The papillary structures contain connective tissue and are covered by two layers of epithelium. Complete excision is curative.
Also known as hidradenoma papilliferum — per MONDO
Also identified as
Affected Organs
| Organ | Involvement | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Exocrine system | Disease Has Primary Anatomic Site | NCIT · CC BY 4.0 |
| Integumental system | Disease Has Associated Anatomic Site | NCIT · CC BY 4.0 |
| Skin of body | Disease Has Associated Anatomic Site | NCIT · CC BY 4.0 |
| Skin of body | Disease Has Primary Anatomic Site | NCIT · CC BY 4.0 |
| Sweat glands | Disease Has Primary Anatomic Site | NCIT · CC BY 4.0 |