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Poroid hidradenoma of the eyelid: a case report

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  • Christian Nieves-Rios

  • José J. López-Fontanet

  • Juan Serrano-Olmo

  • Joseph Campbell

  • May 7, 2026

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    Poroid hidradenoma (PH) is a rare, benign neoplasm from eccrine sweat glands, typically appearing in older adults.

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    The case study presents an 88-year-old woman with a non-tender, enlarging eyelid mass diagnosed as PH after excisional biopsy.

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    Histopathological analysis revealed solid and cystic formations with a pseudocapsule, confirming the diagnosis of PH.

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    Surgical excision is the standard treatment for PH, with low recurrence rates, as demonstrated in the 3-month follow-up.

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    This case highlights the diagnostic challenges of PH in atypical locations like the eyelids, emphasizing the need for awareness among ophthalmic professionals.

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Poroid hidradenoma of the eyelid: a case report

  • by Christian Nieves-Rios, José J. López-Fontanet, Juan Serrano-Olmo, Joseph Campbell

  • May 7, 2026

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