Reevaluating Diagnosis of Sarcoidosis: Biopsy with Necrosis in Mycobacterial Endemic Areas.
J Assoc Physicians India
; 72(7): 94-96, 2024 Jul.
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ABSTRACT
BACKGROUND:
Sarcoidosis is a multisystem inflammatory disease with a variable presentation. The most characteristic feature of sarcoidosis is nonnecrotizing granulomas. However, when sarcoidosis presents with rare organ involvement, and biopsy shows necrosis, the diagnosis becomes challenging. CASE PRESENTATION Here, we present three cases of sarcoidosis with unusual organ involvement and biopsy findings of necrosis, leading to a delay in diagnosis and treatment. Case 1 was presented with lymphoreticular involvement within the intraparotid lymph node and genitourinary area. Biopsy from the epididymis showed necrosis, initially leading to treatment for tuberculosis (TB). Case 2 describes lymphoreticular involvement and cardiac symptoms. His cervical and bone marrow biopsies showed necrosis. Case 3's presentation was disseminated lymphadenopathy with hepatosplenomegaly, initially suspected as malignancy or TB.CONCLUSION:
While biopsy plays a significant role in diagnosing sarcoidosis, the presence of necrosis alone should not lead to its exclusion.
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MEDLINE
Asunto principal:
Sarcoidosis
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Necrosis
Límite:
Adult
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Humans
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Male
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Middle aged
Idioma:
En
Revista:
J Assoc Physicians India
Año:
2024
Tipo del documento:
Article
País de afiliación:
India
Pais de publicación:
India