Papillary hidradenoma

A papillary hidradenoma, also hidradenoma papilliferum, is a sharply circumscribed nodule or benign tumor of the apocrine gland usually found on the labia majora or the interlabial folds. It is benign tissue (not cancerous) but is often confused clinically with carcinoma of the vulva because of its tendency to ulcerate.[1]

Papillary hidradenoma
Other namesHidradenoma papilliferum
Micrograph of a papillary hidradenoma with the characteristic papillary structures and epithelium with apocrine snouts. A fragmented overlying epidermis is seen at the top of the image. H&E stain.
SpecialtyGynecology, dermatology

See also

  • Hidroacanthoma simplex
  • List of cutaneous conditions

References

  1. Robbins and Cotran Pathologic Basis of Disease, 7th edition. The Female Genital Tract chapter 22, pg. 1067.
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