Acanthomas, infectious B07.x

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 25.11.2023

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Synonym(s)

acanthopapilloma infectious; Benigne; Epitheliomas benign infectious; infectious acanthopapillomas; infectious epitheliomas; Virus Acanthomas; Virus papillomas

Definition
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Pathological-anatomical term for fibroepithelial neoplasms of the skin and mucous membranes caused by human papilloma viruses.

Clinical features
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Often round, raised lesion visible on the skin, which often has a smooth surface and a reddish coloration. It may also have a central depression or crust surrounded by a rim of pale tissue.

Histology
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Histologically, a viral acanthoma shows a hyperkeratotic epidermis with a verrucous surface and intracytoplasmic eosinophilic inclusions in the epidermal cells, known as "molluscum bodies". In addition, inflammatory infiltrates are frequently observed around the lesion.

Differential diagnosis
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Warts (verrucae)

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Papillomavirus;

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Last updated on: 25.11.2023