An interesting localization of trichoepithelioma: Case report

Abstract

Trichoepithelioma is a benign cutaneus tumour originating from the hair follicles and it is most commonly found on the face and scalp. Its onset is usually in childhood or early adult life. Histologically, it contains horn cysts and abortive hair papillae. Although trichoepithelioma is usually encountered on cutaneus tissue, we present a rare case of trichoepithelioma localized on the hard palate. A 16-year-old man was referred to our clinic with complaints of a big swelling overlying left side of the palate for approximately 8 months. Submandibular, submental and neck examinations were free of lymphadenopathies. The lesion was removed surgically and it was diagnosed as a trichoephitelioma. Postoperative healing was uneventful. © 2010 by Türkiye Klinikleri.