Monday 21 March 2016

Adnexal Tumors

All of the following are adnexal tumors, except: 

A.Trichoepithelioma
B. Sebaceous adenoma
C.Trichilemmoma
D. Benign fibrous histiocytoma

Ans. (d) Benign fibrous histiocytoma
• Adenexal Or Appendegeal tumors arise from cutaneous appendages.
• They may serve as markers for internal malignancies.
• They are mostly in the form of solitary or multiple nodules/papules.
Benign fibrous histiocytoma is a benign dermal neoplasm.
Most common presentation is a dermatofibroma.
They are most common in adults with indolent behavior and appear as tan to brown firm papules