A Single-Center Retrospective Analysis of Poroma and Porocarcinoma

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Authors: Nazmiye Selin Salici, Sueda Sanli Arikan, Duygu Yamen, Cem Leblebıcı, Vefa Aslı Erdemir, Ayşe Esra Koku Aksu, Mehmet Salih GÜREL, Sümeyre Seda Ertekin
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Abstract

Introduction: Poroma and porocarcinoma (PC) are rare adnexal tumors with overlapping clinical features, making accurate diagnosis challenging. Methods: We retrospectively analyzed 46 histologically confirmed cases (37 poroma, 9 PC) diagnosed at a single center between 2010 and 2023, comparing demographic, clinical, and histopathological characteristics. Results: Poroma lesions were mainly located on the lower extremities, while PCs predominated on the trunk. Ulceration and bleeding were significantly more frequent in PCs. Among poromas, 24.3% involved the palmoplantar region; all volar lesions were skin-colored to pink-red and had higher clinical diagnostic accuracy than non-volar lesions. Conclusion: Lesion location, morphology, and color are key in evaluating adnexal tumors. Ulceration and bleeding should raise suspicion for PC, emphasizing the need for careful clinical assessment.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Cancer and Skin Lesions Urinary and Genital Oncology Studies Teratomas and Epidermoid Cysts

Publication details

Journal / source
Skin Appendage Disorders
Publisher
S. Karger AG
Volume
12
Issue
4
Pages
248–252
Publication date
12 January 2026
Language
EN