Steatocystoma multiplex associated with bilateral preauricular sinuses

J Cutan Pathol. 2014 Aug;41(8):677-9. doi: 10.1111/cup.12315. Epub 2014 Mar 19.

Abstract

Steatocystoma multiplex is characterized by the development of numerous steatocystomas. The condition has occasionally been related to congenital bilateral preauricular sinuses. Herein, we present the third case of such an association, a 34-year-old male who was born with bilateral preauricular sinuses that were surgically repaired. When he was 14 years old, he presented with multiple steatocystomas on his forehead and temples, one of which was biopsied. There was no family history of the condition.

Keywords: bilateral preauricular sinuses; steatocystoma multiplex.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adolescent
  • Adult
  • Age of Onset
  • Craniofacial Abnormalities / complications*
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Steatocystoma Multiplex / complications*
  • Steatocystoma Multiplex / pathology*

Supplementary concepts

  • Preauricular Fistulae, Congenital