Rinofima: reporte de un caso de Clínica Estrella / Rhinophyma: a case report of Clínica Estrella

La rinofima es una patología que se caracteriza por presentar hipertrofia de las glándulas sebáceas con proliferación de tejido fibroso, donde la nariz toma un aspecto lobulado dando como resultado la deformidad de la punta nasal; es una forma de rosácea. La prevalencia de esta variedad de rosácea es de aproximadamente un 5-7% en la población y con predominio en el sexo masculino de la quinta a séptima década de vida. Su etiología no se conoce con exactitud. Se presenta el caso de un paciente masculino de 84 años, con antecedentes patológicos de hipertensión arterial e hipotiroidismo; su lesión inició hace 10 años, como una lesión eritematosa con presencia de telangiectasia a nivel de alas y punta nasal, no dolorosa. Se realizó tratamiento con bisturí frío y radiofrecuencia, se realizaron cortes transversales hasta dejar el lecho desprovisto del tumor y finalmente se usó radiofrecuencia en toda la superficie de la lesión restante. Se realizó el procedimiento ambulatorio sin complicaciones inmediatas o tardías

Rhinophyma is a pathology characterized by hypertrophy of the sebaceous glands with proliferation of fibrous tissue, the nose has a lobed appearance, as a result there is a deformity of the nasal tip; rhinophyma is a form of rosacea. The prevalence of this variety of rosacea is approximately 5-7% in the population and predominantly in males from the fifth to seventh decade of life, the etiology is not well known, however there are several predisposing genetic and environmental factors. We present the case of an 84-year-old male patient with a pathological history of arterial hypertension and hypothyroidism; his lesion began 10 years ago, as an erythematous lesion with presence of telangiectasia in the wings and nasal tip, not painful. Treatment was performed with a cold scalpel and radiofrequency, transverse cuts were made until the tumor was gone, and finally radiofrequency was used on the entire surface of the remaining lesion. The outpatient procedure was performed without immediate or late complications.

Reconstrução total de pálpebra superior no tratamento do carcinoma de glândula sebácea / Total upper eyelid reconstruction in the treatment of sebaceous gland carcinoma

Resumo O carcinoma de glândulas sebáceas (CGS) é a terceira neoplasia maligna mais frequente nas pálpebras. Acomete geralmente mulheres idosas e pode simular blefarite ou calázio. A reconstrução da pálpebra superior é sempre desafiadora. O objetivo deste é relatar um caso inusitado de CGS na pálpebra superior de indivíduo jovem e do sexo masculino. Foi realizada a ressecção total da pálpebra superior direita e o exame histológico revelou margens livres. A reconstrução foi feita com dois procedimentos cirúrgicos em tempos diferentes. Devido ao fato do CGS apresentar alto potencial de metástases, o paciente continua em acompanhamento para reavaliação funcional e estética.

Abstract Sebaceous gland carcinoma (SGC) is the third most frequent malignant neoplasm in the eyelids. It usually affects elderly women and can simulate blepharitis or chalazion. Upper eyelid reconstruction is always challenging. The purpose of this is to report an unusual case of SGC in the upper eyelid of a young and male patient. Total resection of the right upper eyelid was performed and histological examination revealed free margins. The reconstruction was done with two surgical procedures at different times. Due to the fact that SGC presents a high potential for metastasis, the patient continues to be followed for functional and aesthetic reevaluation.

Carcinoma de glándulas sebáceas del párpado / Sebaceous gland carcinoma of the eyelid

Los principales tumores malignos que afectan los párpados en orden de frecuencia son el carcinoma basocelular, el carcinoma de glándulas sebáceas, el carcinoma de células escamosas y el melanoma maligno. El carcinoma de glándulas sebáceas es una neoplasia originada en las glándulas sebáceas con predilección por cabeza y cuello, especialmente por las glándulas de Meibomio, aunque también puede afectar a las glándulas de Zeiss o ambas y su sitio de mayor presentación es en el párpado superior. Se presenta un paciente masculino de 46 años de edad quien presenta lesión pediculada y vascularizada en párpado inferior izquierdo posterior al drenaje de un supuesto chalazión. Se realiza rasurado de la lesión y recidiva por segunda ocasión. El carcinoma de células sebáceas se maneja con resección amplia y reconstrucción con técnica de Hughes(AU)

The main malignant tumors affecting the eyelids in an order of frequency are basal cell carcinoma, sebaceous gland carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma and malignant melanoma. Sebaceous gland carcinoma is a neoplasm originating in sebaceous glands predominantly from the head and neck, particularly meibomian glands, though it may also affect the glands of Zeis or both, and its most common site of presentation is the upper eyelid. A 46-year-old male patient presents with a pediculated vascularized lesion on his lower left eyelid after drainage of a supposed chalazion. The lesion was shaved off and reoccurred a second time. Sebaceous cell carcinoma is managed with broad resection and reconstruction by Hughes' technique(AU)

Carcinoma de glándulas sebáceas limitado a conjuntiva bulbar / Sebaceous gland carcinoma restricted to bulb conjunctiva

El carcinoma de glándulas sebáceas es un tumor infrecuente que puede desarrollarse a partir de cualquier glándula sebácea en la piel. El 75 por ciento de las veces es de origen ocular y afecta principalmente las glándulas de Zeiss, Meibomio y de la carúncula. Se caracteriza por un comportamiento agresivo, con alta probabilidad de invasión a piel, conjuntiva y córnea. Sin embargo, el compromiso de la conjuntiva como localización primaria es raro. Se presenta un caso con diagnóstico de carcinoma sebáceo de patrón nodular primario de la conjuntiva bulbar, atendido en el Hospital Universitario de Santander durante los años 2014-2016. El propósito del presente estudio es dar a conocer el caso de una patología infrecuente con pocos casos reportados en la literatura, enfatizar su importancia dentro de los diagnósticos diferenciales de masas en la conjuntiva y del estudio histopatológico como método para obtener un diagnóstico definitivo y realizar un abordaje temprano(AU)

Sebaceous gland carcinoma is an uncommon tumor that may derive from any sebaceous gland of the skin. In 75 percent of cases is ocular and mainly affects the Zeiss, Melbonium and caruncle glands. It is characterized for its aggressiveness, high probability of passing into the skin, the conjunctiva and the cornea. However, the involvement of the conjunctiva as a primary location is rare. This is a case diagnosed with sebaceous carcinoma of primary nodullary pattern of the bulb conjunctiva, which was seen at the university hospital of Santander from 2014 to 2016. The objective of the study was to show the case of an infrequent pathology with very few cases reported up to now in literature, to make emphasis on its importance within the differential diagnoses of masses present in the conjunctiva and of the histopathological study as a method to obtain a final diagnosis and to make an early intervention(AU)

Demodicosis: revisión de la literatura / Demodicosis: review of the literature

La demodicosis es una patología cutánea crónica caracterizada por lesiones eritemato-maculares pruriginosas, cuyo agente causal son ácaros foliculares del género Demodex. Presenta un abanico amplio y polimorfo de manifestaciones clínicas, donde la sospecha clínica se presentará frente a una erupción facial crónica persistente o recurrente, resistente a terapia convencional y de distribución asimétrica. El diagnóstico definitivo es difícil, y requiere un cuadro clínico compatible y la presencia de alta densidad de Demodex. El siguiente documento hace una revisión de conceptos con respecto a la patogenia, clínica, diagnóstico y tratamiento de esta entidad.

Demodicosis is a chronic skin condition characterized by itchy erythematous macular lesions whose causal agents are gender follicular Demodex mites. This entity presents a wide and polymorphous range of clinical manifestations, in which clinical suspicion appears in case of persistent or recurrent chronic facial rash, resistant to conventional therapy and with an asymmetric distribution. The definitive diagnosis is hard to reach, and requires a compatible clinical picture and a high density of Demodex. The following document is a review of concepts regarding pathogenesis, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of this disease.

Carcinoma sebáceo de párpado. Reporte de un caso / Sebaceous carcinoma of the eyelid. Case report

Objetivo: Reportar el caso de una paciente con carcinoma sebáceo de párpado y revisar la literatura. Diseño del estudio: Reporte de caso. Métodos: Se reporta un caso de una paciente con diagnóstico de carcinoma sebáceo de párpado que fue remitida a la Clínica de Oftalmología San Diego Medellín-Colombia, a la consulta de Oncología ocular en el año 2015. Se realizó una revisión detallada de la historia clínica, se tomaron fotos a color previa firma de consentimiento informado por parte de la paciente y se realizó biopsia e inmunohistoquímica respectiva. Se cuenta con la aprobación el comité de ética médica de la Universidad Pontificia Bolivariana. Resultados: Reporte de carcinoma sebáceo de párpado. Mujer de 66 años a la que se le hizo diagnóstico de carcinoma sebáceo de párpado luego de resección y se confirmó con el estudio anatomopatológico y de inmunohistoquímica. Se realizaron estudios de extensión en busca de metástasis a distancia. Conclusión: El carcinoma sebáceo de párpado es una entidad poco frecuente en la práctica clínica oftalmológica siendo estas lesiones fácilmente confundidas con lesiones benignas como chalazión y blefaroconjuntivitis por la poca familiaridad del especialista con la enfermedad. Es necesario tener un alto índice de sospecha y saber que existe para tratar esta entidad de manera oportuna evitando intervenciones no indicadas en este tipo de lesión.

Objective: To report the case of a patient with sebaceous carcinoma of the eyelid and literature review. Study Design: Case report. Methodology: A case of a patient diagnosed with sebaceous carcinoma of the eyelid which was referred to the oncology service to Clinic of Ophthalmology San Diego Medellin-Colombia in 2015. A detailed review of the medical history and photography documentation was done. Results: Sebaceous carcinoma of the eyelid was reported. A woman of 66 years old who has had diagnosis of eyelid sebaceous carcinoma after resection and confirmed with histopathologic and immunohistochemical study. Extension studies were conducted in order to rule out metastases. Conclusion: The sebaceous carcinoma of the eyelid is a rare entity in the ophthalmological setting and could be easily confused with benign lesions such as blepharitis and chalazion for those ophthalmologists unfamiliar with this condition. A high index of suspicion of this entity is recommended in a timely manner to avoid interventions that are not indicated in this type of lesion.

Caracterización clinicopatológica de los tumores malignos palpebrales / Clinical and pathological characterization of palpebral malignant tumors

OBJETIVOS: describir las características clinicopatológicas de los tumores malignos palpebrales. MÉTODOS: estudio descriptivo y retrospectivo de pacientes con diagnóstico histopatológico de carcinoma basocelular, epidermoide y adenocarcinoma de glándulas sebáceas, atendidos en el Servicio de Oculoplastia del Instituto Cubano de Oftalmología, de enero de 2005 a diciembre de 2010. Se incluyó un total de 109 pacientes; se analizó la edad, el sexo, el color de la piel, las formas clínicas, la localización anatómica, el grado de diferenciación celular y la frecuencia anual. RESULTADOS: el grupo de edad entre 60 y 79 años constituyó el 50,5 % de los casos. El sexo masculino constituyó el 47,7 % y el femenino el 52,3 %. El carcinoma basocelular se presentó en el 68,8 % de los pacientes, el carcinoma epidermoide en el 19,3 % y el adenocarcinoma de glándulas sebáceas en el 11,9 %. La piel blanca mostró el 88 % de los casos; el carcinoma basocelular nodular estuvo presente en el 53,3 % y la noduloulcerativa en 33,3 %. En el párpado inferior se presentó el carcinoma basocelular en el 69,3 % y el epidermoide en el 66,7 %. El 44,1 % de los diagnósticos histopatológicos fueron moderadamente diferenciados. Mostró 21 casos de carcinoma basocelular en el 2009; 7 de carcinoma epidermoide en el 2007 e igual número de casos de adenocarcinoma de glándulas sebáceas en el 2010. CONCLUSIONES: más de la mitad de los pacientes que presentan tumores malignos palpebrales son adultos mayores, femeninos y blancos. Se evidencia la totalidad de las formas clínicas de presentación; predomina en el párpado inferior el carcinoma basocelular y el epidermoide. La mayoría de los casos muestra grado de diferenciación celular moderado y la frecuencia anual tiene disímil comportamiento.

OBJECTIVES: to describe the clinicopathological features of malignant eyelid. METHOD: a descriptive, retrospective study of patients with histopathologic diagnosis of basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell and adenocarcinoma of sebaceous glands, assisted in the service of oculoplasty the Cuban Institute of Ophthalmology January 2005 to December 2010. It was included 109 patients; we analyzed age, sex, skin color, clinical symptoms, anatomic location, degree of cell differentiation and annual basis. RESULTS: 60 to 79 years occurred in 50,5 %. It was 47,7 % were male and female 52,3 %. The basal cell carcinoma was present in 68,8 %, squamous cell carcinoma in 19,3 % and adenocarcinoma of sebaceous glands in (11,9 %. White skin was 88 %. Nodular basal cell carcinoma in 53,3 %, the nodule-ulcerative in 33,3 %. In the lower eyelid basal cell carcinoma showed a 69,3 % and 66,7 % epidermoid. The 44,1 % of the histopathological diagnoses were moderately differentiated. Showed 21 cases of basal cell carcinoma in 2009, 7 squamous cell carcinoma in 2007 and an equal number of cases of adenocarcinoma of sebaceous glands in 2010. CONCLUSIONS: over half of the patients were elderly, female and white, showed all the clinical forms predominated in the lower eyelid basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell, most of the cases showed degree of cell differentiation moderate annual rate showed dissimilar behavior in the period under study with more cases in 2009.

Inguinal ulcerated sebaceous carcinoma: an unusual presentation / Carcinoma sebaceo inguinal ulcerado: apresentacao incomum

Sebaceous carcinoma is a rare and aggressive skin tumor. It can be located in any area of the body, the most commonly involved area being the periorbital region. It does not entail a typical clinical presentation, which explains the often late diagnosis. The aim of this report is to outline the rarity of the disease and its atypical clinical description, since to this day, inguinal ulcers with clinical manifestation have not been reported. We present and discuss a case of sebaceous carcinoma with an unusual clinical presentation, in an elderly male patient. The precise approach to genital ulcers, as shown in this case, is a diagnostic challenge that requires a great deal of effort on the part of the clinician.

O carcinoma sebáceo é um tumor cutâneo raro e agressivo. Pode localizar-se em qualquer área do corpo sendo a região periorbital a mais comumente envolvida. Ele não tem uma apresentação clínica típica, o que explica o diagnóstico frequentemente tardio. O objetivo deste relato é apresentar a raridade da doença e uma descrição clínica atípica, uma vez que, até a presente data, não foi relatada úlcera inguinal como manifestação clínica. Apresentamos e discutimos um caso de carcinoma sebáceo, com uma apresentação clínica incomum em um paciente idoso do sexo masculino. A abordagem de úlceras genitais, como mostrado no presente caso, é um desafio diagnóstico que requer uma grande quantidade de esforço por parte do clínico.

Achado incidental de glândula sebácea em colo uterino: provavelmente um processo metaplásico / An incidental finding of sebaceous glands in the uterine cervix: a probable metaplastic process

As glândulas sebáceas ectópicas são achados muito infrequentes no trato genital feminino. Descrevemos um caso que ocorreu em paciente de 42 anos de idade, submetida à histerectomia total, devido à leiomiomatose e ao prolapso uterino.

The ectopic sebaceous glands have been extremely rare findings in female genital system. We describe the case of 42 years-old patient with total hysterectomy due to leiomyomatosis and uterine prolapsed.

Sebaceous carcinoma of the eyelid - different diagnostic times, different outcomes: case reports / Carcinoma de glândulas sebáceas palpebral - diferentes momentos de diagnósticos, diferentes resultados cirúrgicos: relatos de casos

Sebaceous carcinoma of the eyelid is a very rare slow-growing tumor and is considered an aggressive eyelid neoplasm. It can reach mortality rate of about 6 percent. Diagnosis is often delayed because of its ability to masquerade as other periocular lesions, both clinically and histologically. We present three cases of sebaceous carcinoma, with different surgical outcomes, showing the importance of early diagnosis.

Carcinoma sebáceo é um tumor raro de crescimento lento considerado uma das mais agressivas neoplasias palpebrais. Pode alcançar taxa de mortalidade de aproximadamente 6 por cento. O diagnóstico tardio é comum devido a sua habilidade de se confundir com outras lesões perioculares tanto clinicamente quanto histologicamente. Relatamos três casos de carcinoma sebáceo da pálpebra com diferentes resultados cirúrgicos, enfatizando a importância do diagnóstico precoce.

Hiperplasia sebácea cutânea: estudo piloto para a correlação da doença com hormônios androgênios / Sebaceous hyperplasia: a pilot study to correlate this skin disease with circulating androgen levels

FUNDAMENTOS: As glândulas sebáceas são suscetíveis à ação dos hormônios androgênios e apresentam proliferação benigna com a idade, ou seja, hiperplasia. OBJETIVOS: Estudo piloto para verificar se há correlação entre a taxa de hormônios masculinos circulantes e o aumento da incidência da hiperplasia das glândulas sebáceas. MÉTODOS: 16 pacientes do sexo feminino, com diagnóstico de hiperplasia sebácea cutânea, foram comparados a um grupo-controle de mesmo gênero e idades semelhantes, sem a doença. Ambos os grupos foram submetidos a testes de dosagem sanguínea para avaliação das taxas de hormônios androgênios circulantes (testosterona livre e total, androstenediona). Os resultados foram tabulados e analisados estatisticamente. RESULTADOS: Os dados demonstraram não haver mudanças nos níveis de hormônios masculinos circulantes dos pacientes com hiperplasia sebácea cutânea, quando comparados ao grupo-controle. CONCLUSÃO: Os dados sugerem que não há alterações estatisticamente significantes nas taxas dos hormônios circulantes (testosterona livre e total, androstenediona, deidroepiandrosterona, sulfato de deidroepiandrosterona) dos pacientes com hiperplasia sebácea cutânea.

BACKGROUND: The sebaceous glands are susceptible to the effects of androgens. A benign proliferation of these hormones, i.e. hyperplasia, occurs with age. OBJECTIVES: This was a pilot study to demonstrate whether any correlation exists between circulating androgen levels and an increase in the incidence of sebaceous hyperplasia. METHODS: Sixteen female patients with a diagnosis of sebaceous hyperplasia were compared to a control group of females of a similar age without the disease. Blood tests were performed on participants of both groups to measure circulating androgen levels (free and total testosterone and androstenedione levels). Results were tabulated for statistical analysis. RESULTS: These data showed no statistically significant differences in circulating androgen levels between the patients with sebaceous hyperplasia and the control group. CONCLUSION: These data suggest that no significant changes occur in circulating androgen levels [free and total testosterone, androstenedione, dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) and DHEA sulfate] in patients with sebaceous hyperplasia.

Glândulas sebáceas ectópicas no esôfago / Ectopic sebaceous glands in the esophagus

Este é um caso raro de ectopia de glândulas sebáceas no esôfago em um paciente do sexo masculino de 67 anos, assintomático submetido à endoscopia digestiva alta. O achado destas glândulas no esôfago se torna interessante pela origem conflitante entre as glândulas sebáceas, de origem ectodérmica, e o epitélio estratificado esofágico, de origem endodérmica.

The rare endoscopic finding of ectopic sebaceous glands in the esophagus of a male patient, 67 years old, without symptoms is described. The presence of sebaceous glands, wich are of ectodermal origin, in the esophagus is intriguing since the esophageal stratified epithelium is originated from endodermal cells.

Você conhece esta Síndrome? / Do you know this syndrome?

A síndrome de Brooke-Spiegler é uma doença autossômica dominante, caracterizada pelo aparecimento de neoplasias de anexos cutâneos, habitualmente tricoepiteliomas e cilindromas. Ocorre, em geral, na segunda e terceira décadas de vida. A histopatologia revela uma ampla gama de tumores, com diferenciação écrina, apócrina, folicular e sebácea. O tratamento pode ser feito por excisão cirúrgica, laser, crioterapia, eletrofulguração e dermabrasão. Em razão do risco de malignidade, há necessidade de um bom acompanhamento clínico e aconselhamento genético.

Brooke-Spiegler syndrome is an autosomal dominant inherited disease with predisposition to cutaneous adnexal neoplasms, most commonly cylindromas and trichoepitheliomas. Its onset is in the second or third decades of life. The histopathological exams of the lesions revealed a plethora of benign adnexal neoplasms, showing apocrine, follicular, and sebaceous differentiation. The treatment can be performed by excisional surgery, laser, cryotherapy, electrofulguration and dermabrasion. Due to the risk of malignancy, there is the need for clinical follow-up and genetic counseling.

Carcinoma de glándulas sebáceas en un erizo africano (Atelerix albiventris) / Sebaceous gland carcinoma in an African hedgehog (Atelerix albiventris)

A sebaceous gland carcinoma was diagnosed in an adult African hedgehog (Atelerixalbiventris). The neoplasm, was localized in the subcutis of the cervicall region and extendend towards the axilar region and along the thorax. The animal was admitted for surgical removal of the tumor but died during the procedure. It was not possible to rule out metastatic dissemination since the post-mortem study was not authorized by the owner. The aim of this report is to describe the microscopic and ultrastructural morphology of this neoplasm, as well as the clinical and surgical management of the patient, in order to bring information about neoplastic diseases in this species. There is little information on diseases affecting wildlife animals. Currently, in Mexico, there is big interest on acquiring pygmy African hedgehogs as pets. For this reason, it is necessary that veterinarians, working on these type of animals, have more information and take into account the sebaceous gland carcinoma as differential diagnosis among skin tumors in the hedgehog.

Se diagnosticó un carcinoma de glándulas sebáceas en un erizo africano adulto (Atelerixalbiventris). La neoplasia estaba localizada en el tejido subcutáneo de la región cervical y se extendía hacia la zona axilar y parte de la pared torácica. El erizo fue internado para realizar la remoción quirúrgica de la neoplasia, pero murió durante el periodo transoperatorio. No fue posible determinar si existía metástasis, ya que los dueños del animal no permitieron el estudio post mortem. El presente trabajo tuvo como propósito describir la morfología microscópica y ultraestructural de dicha neoplasia, así como el manejo clínico y quirúrgico del paciente, para aportar información sobre enfermedades neoplásicas en el erizo. En general, es escasa la información acerca de las enfermedades que afectan a la fauna silvestre. Actualmente en México muchas personas están interesadas en adquirir al erizo pigmeo africano en calidad de animal de compañía. Es necesario que el médico veterinario dedicado a la clínica de este tipo de animales, tenga la mayor información posible y considere al carcinoma de glándulas sebáceas como diagnóstico diferencial entre los tumores cutáneos del erizo.

Carcinoma sebáceo palpebral: Presentación de un caso / Palpeebral sebaceous carcinoma: A case report

Se presenta a un paciente de 26 años de edad, con diagnóstico clínico de chalación gigante del párpado inferior del ojo derecho de 6 meses de evolución, con un gran componente inflamatorio y bordes ulcerados que no había respondido a la terapéutica médica ni quirúrgica. El resultado de la biopsia tomada de este lesión fue, carcinoma epidermoide infiltrante, por lo que decidimos hacer la cirugía con margen oncológico, que requirió de un colgajo libre del párpado superior con fines estéticos y funcionales. El estudio histológico de la tumoración evidenció un carcinoma sebáceo. La evolución posoperatoria de este paciente, al año de operado, ha sido satisfactoria.

A 26-year-old patient wich clinical diagnosis of giant chalazi on of the lower eyelid of the right eye with 6 months of evolution and with a great inflamatory component and ulcerated edges that had not responded to mechical and surgical therapeutics is presented. The result of the biopsy was infiltrating epidermoid carcinoma, so it was decided to perform surgery with oncological margin that required a free flap of the upper eyelid with aesthetic functional ends. The histological study of the tumor proved the existance of a sebaceous carcinoma. The posoperative evolution of the patient after a year has been satisfactory.