[Vulva anatomopathological peculiarities]

Ann Pathol. 2022 Jan;42(1):43-48. doi: 10.1016/j.annpat.2021.04.002. Epub 2021 Jul 7.
[Article in French]

Abstract

The vulva is the transition zone between the skin and the lower genital tract. As such, it presents histological specificities, comprises physiological modifications which are specific to it and is characterized by particular artifacts. Knowledge of them prevents many questions or even diagnostic errors.

Keywords: Anatomie; Anatomy; Cellules de Toker; Glandes ano-génitales de type mammaire; Glandes sébacées; Histologie; Histology; Mammary-like anogenital glands; Papillomatose; Papillomatosis; Sebaceous glands; Toker cells; Vulva; Vulve.

MeSH terms

  • Female
  • Humans
  • Skin*
  • Vulva*