Malignant Transformation of Giant Epidermal Cyst in The Gluteal Region - A Case Report

Authors

Xin Zen Ong Dr., Universiti Sains MalaysiaFollow
Wan Mokhzani Wan Mokhter Mr., Universiti Sains MalaysiaFollow
Jing Wen Loh Mr., Hospital TaipingFollow
Ruhana Amirah Abdul Halim Dr., Hospital TaipingFollow

Abstract

Epidermal cyst is a very common cutaneous lesion. Giant epidermal cyst is defined by its size of more than 5 cm in diameter. Buttock is an unusual site for epidermal cyst. Malignant transformation of epidermal cyst is an exceedingly rare phenomenon. Clinicians should be vigilant of such entity especially in giant epidermal cyst despite a seemingly benign imaging finding. Long term outcome of surgery for such tumor remains an uncertainty.

DOI

10.56808/2673-060X.5661

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Recommended Citation

Ong, Xin Zen Dr.; Wan Mokhter, Wan Mokhzani Mr.; Loh, Jing Wen Mr.; and Abdul Halim, Ruhana Amirah Dr. () "Malignant Transformation of Giant Epidermal Cyst in The Gluteal Region - A Case Report," Chulalongkorn Medical Journal: Vol. 70: Iss. 2, Article 6.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.56808/2673-060X.5661
Available at: https://digital.car.chula.ac.th/clmjournal/vol70/iss2/6