Giant pilomatrixoma of the scapular region in a child
Abstract
Pilomatrixoma is a benign adnexal tumour characterised by pathological hair matrix differentiation and is most commonly observed in children. It typically presents as a slow-growing, pink to purplish dermal nodule. Due to its low clinical diagnostic accuracy, pilomatrixoma is often misidentified as other tumours. This case highlights an atypical presentation of pilomatrixoma in a girl in early adolescence and underlines the importance of considering ultrasonography or proceeding directly to surgical excision for definitive diagnosis.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Cancer and Skin Lesions
Genetic and rare skin diseases.
Sympathectomy and Hyperhidrosis Treatments
Publication details
- Journal / source
- BMJ Case Reports
- Volume
- 19
- Issue
- 1
- Pages
- e267759–e267759
- Publication date
- 1 January 2026
- Language
- EN