Authors: Andrade Ana Carolina de Almeida, Queiroz Polyanna Mendonça de, Chambô Filho Antônio.
Statement of the problem: Schwannomas are benign tumors of the peripheral nervous system, originating, more specifically, from Schwann cells. They present in the form of a single nodular lesion and are rarely found on the female genital organs. Schwannomas are generally benign, seldom becoming malignant. When present in the vulva, the incidence is higher in patients of 20 to 40 years of age.
Case Presentation: This report describes the case of a 73-year old woman with a single tumorous lesion on her vulva. The lesion was mobile, non-inflammatory and practically painless. Surgical resection was followed by investigation by histopathology and immunohistochemistry, with findings confirming a diagnosis of schwannoma.
Conclusion & Significance: Identifying the characteristics of schwannomas is of crucial importance when investigating differential diagnoses of vulvar pathologies. Clinical history and a thorough physical examination help ensure adequate management and correct diagnosis of the condition, with the definitive diagnosis being obtained following histopathology and immunohistochemistry.
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