Co-existence of lip and epiglottis Kimura's disease.
Saudi Med J
; 36(10): 1226-8, 2015 Oct.
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ABSTRACT
Kimura's disease is a rare, chronic inflammatory condition of unknown etiology; with a predilection in the head and neck region. However, the involvement of the lip and epiglottis is extremely rare, and poses a diagnostic challenge. Here, we report a case of a 32-year-old Saudi male presenting with lip mass and epiglottic swelling without any history of hoarse voice or airway compromise. Serology showed elevated immunoglobulin E levels, and histopathological examination of biopsied lesions revealed well-developed lymphoid follicles with eosinophilic infiltration confirming Kimura's disease. At the time of last follow-up, his condition was satisfactory without any signs of recurrence.
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Assunto principal:
Epiglote
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Hiperplasia Angiolinfoide com Eosinofilia
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Lábio
Tipo de estudo:
Diagnostic_studies
Limite:
Adult
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Humans
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Male
Idioma:
En
Ano de publicação:
2015
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Article