Trichilemmal Carcinoma of the Scalp in a Young Female: A Case Report

Clin Cosmet Investig Dermatol. 2022 Jan 28:15:139-143. doi: 10.2147/CCID.S349797. eCollection 2022.

Abstract

Trichilemmal carcinoma (TC) is a rare malignant cutaneous adnexal neoplasm originating from the outer root sheath of hair follicles, which occurs commonly in sun-exposed areas of the elderly. Here, we introduce a case of a 24-year-old woman with TC on her scalp.

Keywords: scalp; trichilemmal carcinoma; young woman.

Publication types

  • Case Reports