Synonym(s)
Oil granuloma; Oleogranuloma; oleoma; Oleoscleroma; Panniculitis after injections; Paraffinoma
DefinitionThis section has been translated automatically.
Subcutaneous nodules or plate-like infiltrates at injection sites of oily medicines or various oils for cosmetic purposes.
Clinical featuresThis section has been translated automatically.
Thick, mostly painful, subcutaneous nodules and plates. Overlying skin is slightly to clearly reddened.
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HistologyThis section has been translated automatically.
Differential diagnosisThis section has been translated automatically.
Panniculitis of other genesis; see also Silikonom; lipogranuloma, traumatogenic.
TherapyThis section has been translated automatically.
Complete excision.
Progression/forecastThis section has been translated automatically.
Sarcomatous transformation is described.
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Please ask your physician for a reliable diagnosis. This website is only meant as a reference.
Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer
