Epidermoid

Epidermoid (epidermoidum; from epidermis + Greek -eides - similar) is a tumor consisting of skin cells (epidermis).

Epidermoids grow slowly and are usually benign. They can occur in various organs and tissues, including the brain, ovaries, and cervix. In the brain, epidermoids are most often localized in the cerebral hemispheres, cerebellum, and brain stem.

Epidermoids consist of layers of keratinized cells and contain cysts filled with protein material. Due to their slow growth, they are usually diagnosed in adults. Symptoms depend on the location of the tumor and include headaches, seizures, visual disturbances and other neurological disorders.

Treatment for epidermoids is surgical removal. The prognosis after complete tumor removal is usually favorable.

Epidermoid (epidermoidum; epidermis + Greek -eides similar) is a benign tumor arising from epidermal cells.

Epidermoids can be found in various organs and tissues, including skin, brain, ovaries, and mammary glands. They are cystic formations filled with keratinized epithelium and contents resembling sebum.

The clinical manifestations of epidermoids depend on their location. Brain epidermoids are usually asymptomatic until they reach significant size. Skin epidermoids appear as slowly growing, painless nodules.

Diagnosis of epidermoids is based on imaging (MRI, ultrasound, radiography) and morphological examination. Treatment consists of complete surgical removal of the tumor. The prognosis after adequate treatment is usually favorable.