Ben Meriem C, Nouri S, Chouchane C, Chouchane S, Said M, Ghédira L, Moussa A, Boubtane M, Guediche MN. [Eosinophilic granuloma revealed by torticollis: a case report].
Arch Pediatr 2005;
13:44-7. [PMID:
16343867 DOI:
10.1016/j.arcped.2005.09.030]
[Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/30/2004] [Accepted: 09/27/2005] [Indexed: 10/25/2022]
Abstract
UNLABELLED
Langerhans cell histiocytose is a rare condition in childhood. It presents in different ways ranging from a single bony disease to a multisystemic disease involving vital organs.
CASE REPORT
We report a case of single bone involvement revealed by torticollis in an eight-year-old boy. The diagnosis was evocated on radiological findings and confirmed by histologic aspects. After a period of 2,5 years, this child is in total spontaneous remission.
CONCLUSION
Torticollis must be explored and watched. Eosinophilic granuloma can be a rare aetiology in children. The outcome is often favorable.
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