JOURNAL ARTICLE

Firm Pigmented Nodule on the Posterior Thigh in an Adolescent.

  • Published In: Pediatric Dermatology, 2025, v. 42, n. 6. P. 1275 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Vasani, Resham; Baddireddy, Kavya; Patwardhan, Leena 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on a case study of a 15-year-old male diagnosed with a granular cell tumor (GCT), an uncommon neoplasm derived from Schwann cells. The patient presented with a firm, asymptomatic nodule on his thigh that had been growing since childhood. Histopathological evaluation confirmed the diagnosis, revealing characteristic features of GCTs, including large cells with abundant pink cytoplasm and granules. The article discusses the rarity of GCTs in children, their typical presentation, differential diagnoses, and treatment options, emphasizing the importance of complete excision and follow-up for both benign and malignant cases. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Pediatric Dermatology. 2025/11, Vol. 42, Issue 6, p1275
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:History
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:0736-8046
  • DOI:10.1111/pde.15971
  • Accession Number:190789355
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