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A rare type of sweat gland cancer

Eccrine Carcinoma

Eccrine carcinoma is a rare form of skin cancer that originates from the eccrine sweat glands. These glands are responsible for the production of sweat and are distributed throughout the human body, with a higher concentration on the palms, soles, and forehead.

Pathophysiology

Eccrine carcinoma arises from the epithelial cells of the eccrine sweat glands. These tumors can exhibit a variety of histological patterns, making diagnosis challenging. The cancerous cells can invade surrounding tissues and, in some cases, metastasize to distant organs.

Clinical Presentation

Patients with eccrine carcinoma typically present with a slow-growing, painless nodule on the skin. The lesion may appear as a solitary, firm, and sometimes ulcerated mass. Common sites include the head, neck, and extremities, reflecting the distribution of eccrine glands.

Diagnosis

The diagnosis of eccrine carcinoma is primarily based on histopathological examination. A biopsy of the lesion is performed, and the tissue is analyzed under a microscope. Immunohistochemical staining may be used to differentiate eccrine carcinoma from other types of skin tumors.

Treatment

The primary treatment for eccrine carcinoma is surgical excision with clear margins. In cases where the tumor is not resectable or has metastasized, additional treatments such as radiation therapy or chemotherapy may be considered. The choice of treatment depends on the stage of the cancer and the overall health of the patient.

Prognosis

The prognosis for patients with eccrine carcinoma varies depending on the stage at diagnosis and the presence of metastasis. Early detection and complete surgical removal of the tumor generally result in a favorable outcome. However, advanced cases with distant metastasis have a poorer prognosis.

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-'''Eccrine Carcinoma''' is a rare type of [[skin cancer]] that originates from the [[eccrine glands]], a type of [[sweat gland]] found in the skin. This type of carcinoma is also known as [[sweat gland carcinoma]] or [[eccrine adenocarcinoma]].
+{{Short description|A rare type of sweat gland cancer}}
+{{Medical resources}}
-==Etiology==
+==Eccrine Carcinoma==
+[[File:SkinTumors-P8110577.JPG|thumb|right|Histological image of an eccrine carcinoma]]
+'''Eccrine carcinoma''' is a rare form of [[skin cancer]] that originates from the [[eccrine sweat glands]]. These glands are responsible for the production of sweat and are distributed throughout the human body, with a higher concentration on the palms, soles, and forehead.
-The exact cause of eccrine carcinoma is unknown. However, it is believed to be associated with long-term exposure to [[ultraviolet radiation]], certain chemicals, and chronic skin irritation or inflammation.
+==Pathophysiology==
+Eccrine carcinoma arises from the [[epithelial cells]] of the eccrine sweat glands. These tumors can exhibit a variety of histological patterns, making diagnosis challenging. The cancerous cells can invade surrounding tissues and, in some cases, metastasize to distant organs.
 ==Clinical Presentation==
+Patients with eccrine carcinoma typically present with a slow-growing, painless nodule on the skin. The lesion may appear as a solitary, firm, and sometimes ulcerated mass. Common sites include the head, neck, and extremities, reflecting the distribution of eccrine glands.
-Eccrine carcinoma typically presents as a solitary, slow-growing, painless nodule or ulcer on the skin. The most common sites of occurrence are the extremities, particularly the hands and feet, followed by the head and neck region.
 ==Diagnosis==
+The diagnosis of eccrine carcinoma is primarily based on [[histopathological]] examination. A biopsy of the lesion is performed, and the tissue is analyzed under a microscope. Immunohistochemical staining may be used to differentiate eccrine carcinoma from other types of skin tumors.
-The diagnosis of eccrine carcinoma is often challenging due to its rarity and non-specific clinical presentation. It is usually confirmed by [[histopathological examination]] of the skin lesion. Other diagnostic methods include [[immunohistochemistry]] and [[molecular genetic testing]].
 ==Treatment==
+[[File:SkinTumors-P8110577.JPG|thumb|left|Close-up of eccrine carcinoma tissue]]
-The primary treatment for eccrine carcinoma is surgical excision of the tumor. In cases where the tumor is large or has spread to other parts of the body, [[chemotherapy]] and [[radiation therapy]] may be used.
+The primary treatment for eccrine carcinoma is surgical excision with clear margins. In cases where the tumor is not resectable or has metastasized, additional treatments such as [[radiation therapy]] or [[chemotherapy]] may be considered. The choice of treatment depends on the stage of the cancer and the overall health of the patient.
 ==Prognosis==
+The prognosis for patients with eccrine carcinoma varies depending on the stage at diagnosis and the presence of metastasis. Early detection and complete surgical removal of the tumor generally result in a favorable outcome. However, advanced cases with distant metastasis have a poorer prognosis.
-The prognosis of eccrine carcinoma varies depending on the stage of the disease at the time of diagnosis, the size and location of the tumor, and the patient's overall health.
+==Related pages==
+* [[Skin cancer]]
-==See Also==
 * [[Sweat gland]]
-* [[Skin cancer]]
+* [[Histopathology]]
-* [[Eccrine glands]]
+* [[Oncology]]
-* [[Chemotherapy]]
-* [[Radiation therapy]]
-[[Category:Skin cancers]]
+[[Category:Skin neoplasms]]
-[[Category:Rare diseases]]
+[[Category:Rare cancers]]
-[[Category:Oncology]]
-{{Skin-cancer-stub}}
-{{Rare-disease-stub}}