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GlossaryTrichilemmal Cysts

non-cancerous, keratin-filled lumps typically found on the scalp

Trichilemmal cysts, also known as pilar cysts, are non-cancerous, fluid-filled lumps that typically develop on the scalp. They originate from the outer root sheath of hair follicles and are filled with keratin, a protein found in hair, skin, and nails. These cysts are usually firm, smooth, and can sometimes be hereditary.

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Baker's Dozen on the Scalp: An Interesting Case of Multiple Trichilemmal Cysts

research Baker′s dozen on the scalp: An interesting case of multiple trichilemmal cyst

5 citations , January 2014 in “Journal of Cutaneous and Aesthetic Surgery”

A woman had 13 non-cancerous cysts on her scalp successfully removed in one surgery.

research Osseous Metaplasia and Mature Bone Formation With Extramedullary Hematopoiesis in Trichilemmal Cyst

3 citations , March 2013 in “American Journal of Dermatopathology”

Ossification in trichilemmal cysts is more common than previously believed.

research Trichilemmal Cysts With Divergent Ductal Differentiation: A Series of 4 Cases

2 citations , November 2020 in “The American journal of dermatopathology/American journal of dermatopathology”

Sweat duct differentiation in trichilemmal cysts is very rare and can be successfully removed with surgery.

research Ultrastructural characteristics of trichilemmal cysts: report of two cases

2 citations , June 2001 in “Medical Electron Microscopy”

Trichilemmal cysts may form from hair follicle outer root sheath growth.

research The Value of Ultrasound for Differentiating Trichilemmal Cysts From Epidermoid Cysts

1 citations , March 2023 in “Journal of Ultrasound in Medicine”

Ultrasound effectively distinguishes trichilemmal cysts from epidermoid cysts.

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