Recurrent Facial Microcystic Adnexal Carcinoma and Hair Transplantation on Scar Site

June 2023 in “ Clinical Case Reports ”

Amir Mohammad Beyzaee, Mohammad Goldust, Anant Patil, Ghasem Rahmatpour Rokni, Bahare Ghoreishi

microcystic adnexal carcinoma skin tumor total excisional surgery A-T Flap surgery hair transplantation follicular unit transplantation scarred area MAC skin cancer FUT

TLDR Complete surgical removal and regular check-ups are essential for treating a rare skin cancer, and hair transplant can help fix scars from cancer surgery.

Microcystic adnexal carcinoma (MAC) is a rare, aggressive skin tumor that often recurs and can be easily misdiagnosed due to its clinical and histological similarities with other skin neoplasms. The study presents a case of a 61-year-old woman with recurrent MAC on her right eyebrow, which was successfully treated with total excisional surgery and A-T Flap surgery. After two years with no recurrence, hair transplantation using the follicular unit transplantation method was performed on the scarred area. The study concludes that complete surgical excision and long-term follow-up are necessary for managing MAC. Additionally, hair transplantation with the follicular unit transplantation technique can be a beneficial method for treating scars resulting from MAC excisional surgery.