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Granular cell tumour
Granular cell tumour on the wrist - the clinical diagnosis is seldom considered, and relies on histopathological assessment

Granular cell tumour

Granular cell tumour on the wrist - the clinical diagnosis is seldom considered, and relies on histopathological assessment  


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What is a granular cell tumour?

Granular cell tumours are rare, generally benign, soft tissue neoplasms believed to originate from Schwann cells (cells that provide myelin insulation to nerves). They can occur in the skin, tongue, breast, gastrointestinal tract, and respiratory tract.

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