Nipple leiomyoma: A rare neoplasm with a broad spectrum of histologic appearances.

Journal: Journal Of Cutaneous Pathology
Published:
Abstract

Cutaneous leiomyomas are rare benign smooth-muscle tumors. These lesions are distinguished based on their cell of origin and are subclassified as pilar leiomyoma, angioleiomyoma, and genital-type leiomyoma. Nipple leiomyoma is the least common genital-type leiomyoma, arising from the dartoic muscle cell of the nipple. Histologic examination of the lesion is necessary for definitive diagnosis, and these uncommon tumors can pose a diagnostic challenge. We describe herein a series of six nipple leiomyomas with a spectrum of histologic appearances.

Authors
Phoebe Hammer, Kevin White, Stephanie Mengden, Vessy Korcheva, Philipp Raess
Relevant Conditions

Angiomyoma, Uterine Fibroids