| Multifocal Langerhans' cell histiocytosis: a case report. | |
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PMID: 18923885 Owner: NLM Status: In-Process |
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OBJECTIVES: Langerhans' cell histiocytosis (LCH) is a rare disorder of unknown aetiology, characterised by the proliferation of histiocytic cells in various tissues and organs. The role of the otolaryngologist is important in the early and accurate evaluation, staging and diagnosis of LCH, as it may mimic more common otological disorders. METHOD: We report the case of a 2-year-old child presenting with LCH and review the literature concerning this rare disease. RESULTS: Presentation in our case was with a common aural polyp, refractory to medical treatment, which when biopsied, revealed LCH. Radiological evaluation showed multifocal disease. CONCLUSION: A sound knowledge of the disease process in vital to the otolaryngologist, thus enabling rapid diagnosis and early treatment for a commonly fatal condition. |
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P Burns; A Foster; T Moran; A Blayney |
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Type: Journal Article Date: 2008-10-16 |
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Title: Irish journal of medical science Volume: 179 ISSN: 1863-4362 ISO Abbreviation: Ir J Med Sci Publication Date: 2010 Dec |
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Created Date: 2010-10-18 Completed Date: - Revised Date: - |
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Nlm Unique ID: 7806864 Medline TA: Ir J Med Sci Country: Ireland |
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Languages: eng Pagination: 611-3 Citation Subset: IM |
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Departments of Paediatric Otolaryngology and Radiology, Temple Street Children's Hospital, Dublin 1, Ireland. burnsjpaul@gmail.com |
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