Update on Malignant Sweat Gland Tumors

Michiel P J van der Horst, Thomas Brenn

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Malignant sweat gland tumors are rare cutaneous neoplasms, traditionally separated according to their behavior into low- and high-grade malignant. There is significant morphologic overlap, and outright malignant tumors may show relatively bland histologic features. They may, therefore, be mistaken easily for benign neoplasms. Recognition of these tumors and accurate diagnosis is important for early treatment to prevent aggressive behavior and adverse outcome. This article provides an overview of 4 important entities with emphasis on diagnostic pitfalls, differential diagnosis and recent developments. Microcystic adnexal carcinoma, squamoid eccrine ductal carcinoma, aggressive digital papillary adenocarcinoma, and spiradenocarcinoma are discussed in detail.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)383-397
Number of pages15
JournalSurgical pathology clinics
Volume10
Issue number2
Early online date27 Mar 2017
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - Jun 2017

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  • Journal Article
  • Review

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