Granular cell tumour is a rare tumour of neural origin usually located on the
face and the neck. The biological behaviour is usually benign. However, certain
clinical and histopathological features should alert physicians to a malignant
behaviour. This case report describes the occurrence of a granular cell tumour
in the inguinal area that resembled a malignant tumour. The histopathological
study revealed typical features of granular cell tumour and an extension study
confirmed the absence of metastasis. This case highlights the importance of
considering this disorder in the differential diagnosis of ulcerated nodules and
of managing atypical granular cell tumor appropriately.
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