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Steatocystoma simplex

Simple cyst of the sebaceous ducts in skin From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Steatocystoma simplex is a skin condition characterized by simple cysts forming in the ducts of sebaceous glands of the skin. It may be sporadic or hereditary.[1] It occurs with equal frequency in adult women and men, and cysts are typically found on the face, trunk, or extremities.[2]:679 It is related to Steatocystoma multiplex.[3]

Other namesSimple sebaceous duct cyst, solitary steatocystoma
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Steatocystoma simplex
Other namesSimple sebaceous duct cyst, solitary steatocystoma
Micrograph of a steatocystoma showing the characteristic corrugated eosinophilic lining. H&E stain
SpecialtyDermatology
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Relative incidence of cutaneous cysts. Steatocystoma is labeled at right.

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