Unusual Fungal Lesion Presenting as a Neoplastic Pediatric Tongue Mass.
Pediatrics
; 139(5)2017 May.
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| ID: mdl-28557716
ABSTRACT
Tongue lesions in the pediatric population are rare. The differential diagnosis of these lesions is broad, and rapid growth of the lesion is concerning for a neoplastic process. We present a rare case of a fungal lesion mimicking a neoplastic growth in a 22-month-old girl. She underwent complete excision successfully. Full evaluation for benign and malignant neoplasms was negative. Tissue culture demonstrated growth of a rare Candida species to be the cause of the lesion. Postoperatively, she continues to do well, without regrowth 6 months later. This case reinforces the role of tissue culture when histology fails to demonstrate a diagnosis and emphasizes the need for efficient communication between the pediatrician, otolaryngologist, and pathologist for timely excision.
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Assunto principal:
Língua
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Candida
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Candidíase
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Neoplasias da Língua
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Antifúngicos
Tipo de estudo:
Diagnostic_studies
Limite:
Female
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Humans
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Infant
Idioma:
En
Revista:
Pediatrics
Ano de publicação:
2017
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Article