A 24-year-old woman of African ancestry presents with a progressively enlarging, raised scar at an ear-piercing site that developed over 6 months. Vital signs are stable (BP 118/76, HR 82, RR 16, Temp 37°C). Physical examination reveals the lesion extending beyond original wound borders with claw-like projections. Histopathology shows excessive collagen deposition without atypia. She denies pruritus or pain. Which of the following is the most likely diagnosis?
- A)Pyogenic granuloma
- B)KeloidGABARITO
- C)Hypertrophic scar
- D)Desmoid tumor
- E)Granulation tissue
Explicação
A keloid is an exuberant scar that extends beyond the boundaries of the original injury, often with claw like projections. It is more common in darker skinned individuals and commonly occurs on earlobes, face, and upper extremities. Ver explicação completa e trilha adaptativa →