Rapidly Growing Chondroid Syringoma of the External Auditory Canal: Report of a Rare Case
2011
Rapidly Growing Chondroid Syringoma Case Report
Sample size: 1
publication
Evidence: low
Author Information
Author(s): Ioannis Vasileiadis, Stylianos Kapetanakis, Aristotelis Petousis, Euthimios Karakostas, Christos Simantirakis
Primary Institution: Venizeleio-Pananeio Hospital, Greece
Conclusion
Chondroid syringoma, although rare, can present as a rapidly growing lesion, which may raise suspicion for malignancy.
Supporting Evidence
- Chondroid syringoma is a rare benign tumor of sweat gland origin.
- Less than 35 cases have been reported in the literature.
- The tumor can present as a rapidly growing mass, unlike typical cases.
Takeaway
This study talks about a rare skin tumor in the ear that can grow quickly, making doctors think it might be cancer.
Methodology
The case involved a 34-year-old male with a tumor in the external auditory canal, diagnosed through MRI and histopathological examination after surgical excision.
Participant Demographics
34-year-old Caucasian male resident doctor.
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