Leonel Fierro-Arias1, Luz Calderón2, Amelia Peniche-Castellanos2, Patricia Mercadillo-Pérez2. 1. Dermatologic Surgery and Oncology Unit, Dermatology Service, and Dermatopathology Service, Hospital General de México, Mexico City, Mexico leofierro@yahoo.com. 2. Dermatologic Surgery and Oncology Unit, Dermatology Service, and Dermatopathology Service, Hospital General de México, Mexico City, Mexico.
Abstract
BACKGROUND: Eccrine poroma is a rare, benign skin appendage tumor originating from the intraepidermal portion of the eccrine sweat duct, which typically occurs on the sides and soles of the feet. Nonetheless, eccrine poroma may be found in any skin area bearing sweat glands. OBJECTIVE: Herein we report a case of an eccrine poroma in an unusual location, the surgical management of the condition, and follow-up processes.
BACKGROUND: Eccrine poroma is a rare, benign skin appendage tumor originating from the intraepidermal portion of the eccrine sweat duct, which typically occurs on the sides and soles of the feet. Nonetheless, eccrine poroma may be found in any skin area bearing sweat glands. OBJECTIVE: Herein we report a case of an eccrine poroma in an unusual location, the surgical management of the condition, and follow-up processes.