Pilomatricoma, also known as a calcifying epithelioma of Malherbe, Malherbe calcifying epithelioma, and Pilomatrixoma, is a benign skin tumor derived from the hair matrix.{rp|670} ==Histologic features== Pilomatricomas consist of anucleate squamous cells (called `ghost cells`), benign viable squamous cells and multi-nucleated giant cells. The pr.....
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(pi″lo-ma″trĭ-ko´mә) a solitary, benign, calcifying adnexal tumor of hair follicle origin, manifested as a sharply circumscribed, firm nodule, usually on the face, neck, or upper limb that presents before age 20. Histological features include a fibrous stroma surrounding nests of basophils and gho...
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