Synonym(s)
Acrotrichoma; Inverted follicular keratosis; Keratosis follicularis inversa; porome folliculaire
HistoryThis section has been translated automatically.
Mehregan, 1964
DefinitionThis section has been translated automatically.
Benign tumours with basaloid cells, prickle cells and typical squamous eddies that protrude from the follicular ostia into the corium in the shape of fingers. Some authors consider the clinical picture as activated Verruca seborrhoica.
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ManifestationThis section has been translated automatically.
Occurring in 2/3 of cases in men of advanced age.
LocalizationThis section has been translated automatically.
Especially face.
Differential diagnosisThis section has been translated automatically.
TherapyThis section has been translated automatically.
Excision if necessary.
LiteratureThis section has been translated automatically.
- Mehregan AH (1964) Inverted follicular keratosis. Arch Dermatol. 89: 229-235
- Roth LM (2000) Inverted follicular keratosis of the vulvar skin: a lesion that can be confused with squamous cell carcinoma. Int J Gynecol Catholic 19: 369-373
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Basal cell carcinoma (overview); Cornu cutaneum; Dermis; Excision; Keratosis seborrhoeic (overview); Naevus; Verruca vulgaris;Disclaimer
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Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer
