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Sandoval V, Lara-Endara J, Rodríguez-Suárez J, Garzón WA, Redrobán L, Montalvo N. Melanocytic nevus of the anal canal and granular cell tumor of the cecum: a case report and literature review of 2 coincidentally co-occurring neurocristopathies. Ann Coloproctol 2024; 40:S23-S26. [PMID: 36632693 PMCID: PMC11162845 DOI: 10.3393/ac.2022.00444.0063] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/18/2022] [Revised: 11/29/2022] [Accepted: 12/15/2022] [Indexed: 01/13/2023] Open
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Granular cell tumors are predominantly benign soft tissue tumors originating from Schwann cells, whereas melanocytic nevi are benign proliferations of melanocytes. We present the case of a patient with the presence of both entities located in the cecum and anal canal, respectively, constituting an extremely rare coincidental finding. A 43-year-old woman was evaluated by colonoscopy for iron-deficiency microcytic anemia that had lasted for 1 year. Colonoscopy demonstrated a macular lesion of 0.3 cm with a melanocytic appearance in the anal canal; at the cecum level, a subepithelial, yellowish, and partially mobile firm nodular lesion measuring 1.3 cm was observed. A histopathological study showed a melanocytic nevus in the anal canal and a granular cell tumor in the cecum. This is the first reported case of a patient with the extremely rare coincidental-incidental finding of these 2 entities at the same time.
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- Victoria Sandoval
- Department of Teaching and Research, Faculty of Medical Sciences of Health and Life, School of Medicine, International University of Ecuador, Quito, Ecuador
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- Department of Teaching and Research, Faculty of Medical Sciences of Health and Life, School of Medicine, International University of Ecuador, Quito, Ecuador
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- Service of Pathology, Hospital Metropolitano, Quito, Ecuador
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- Department of Teaching and Research, Faculty of Medical Sciences of Health and Life, School of Medicine, International University of Ecuador, Quito, Ecuador
- Service of Pathology, Hospital Metropolitano, Quito, Ecuador
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Zylis D, Kokkali S, Sofopoulos M, Zografaki E, Vourlakou C, Skafida E. Metastatic Granular Cell Tumor: A Rare Entity. Int J Surg Pathol 2024:10668969241229347. [PMID: 38321950 DOI: 10.1177/10668969241229347] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/08/2024]
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Granular cell tumor, which is thought to recapitulate a Schwann cell phenotype, is a very rare neoplasm that belongs to soft tissue tumors. It can be classified as benign, atypical or malignant, based on specific histological criteria, with the majority of cases exhibiting an indolent behavior. Its biology and clinical course are poorly understood and its optimal management is yet to be defined, given the rarity of cases. Here we describe an atypical granular cell tumor in the upper middle back skin that evolved after a thirty-year indolent period. Despite complete surgical removal, the patient experienced a recurrence, both local and in the lungs, following an aggressive clinical course. Data on management of metastatic disease are extremely scarce, comprised exclusively of case reports. Therefore, we administered to the patient systemic therapy according to soft tissue sarcoma guidelines, which led to disease progression, with fatal outcome. In conclusion, recurrent and/or metastatic granular cell tumor is a rare disease that can be life-threatening, for which response to different therapies is unknown. The biologic behavior of atypical and malignant granular cell tumor is quite different from its benign counterpart, evoking soft tissue sarcomas, and its diagnosis should alert clinicians. The role of adjuvant chemotherapy and radiation therapy in this setting should be explored, to limit disease recurrence.
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- Dimosthenis Zylis
- First Medical Oncology Clinic, Saint-Savvas Cancer Hospital, Athens, Greece
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- First Medical Oncology Clinic, Saint-Savvas Cancer Hospital, Athens, Greece
- Oncology Unit, 2nd Department of Medicine, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Medical School, Hippocratio General Hospital of Athens, Athens, Greece
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- Department of Plastic Surgery, Saint-Savvas Cancer Hospital, Athens, Greece
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Yan J. Granular cell tumor of the breast: A case report and review of literature. World J Clin Cases 2023; 11:8044-8049. [DOI: 10.12998/wjcc.v11.i33.8044] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/21/2023] [Revised: 09/26/2023] [Accepted: 11/13/2023] [Indexed: 11/24/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Granular cell tumor (GCT) of the breast (GCTB) is a rare neoplasm that can exhibit malignant characteristics both clinically and radiologically. This tumor can also coexist and colocalize with breast carcinoma.
CASE SUMMARY We present a patient with this uncommon tumor and discuss the diagnostic and therapeutic approaches in order to further the knowledge of GCTB and prevent misdiagnosis and overtreatment. The characteristics of the tumor, methods of diagnosis, therapy and postoperative pathological outcomes were analyzed, and relevant literatures of GCTs were reviewed. The patient underwent surgery after core needle biopsy, and the excised neoplasm was sent for pathological examination. Histological analysis revealed nests of cells with abundant pink granular cytoplasm, confirming the diagnosis of GCTB.
CONCLUSION As manifestations of GCT and malignancy can mimic each other, a careful histological examination is essential before major surgery. Treatment consisting of complete excision with close clinical follow-up is recommended.
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- Jun Yan
- Department of Breast Surgery, The University of Hong Kong - Shenzhen Hospital, Shenzhen 518000, Guangdong Province, China
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Ardeleanu V, Jecan RC, Moroianu M, Teodoreanu RN, Tebeica T, Moroianu LA, Bujoreanu FC, Nwabudike LC, Tatu AL. Case report: Abrikossoff's tumor of the facial skin. Front Med (Lausanne) 2023; 10:1149735. [PMID: 37324160 PMCID: PMC10264634 DOI: 10.3389/fmed.2023.1149735] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/22/2023] [Accepted: 04/28/2023] [Indexed: 06/17/2023] Open
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Abrikossoff tumors, also known as granular cell tumors (GCT), originate from Schwann cells. The most common location is in the oral cavity, followed by the skin, but they can also be found in the breast, digestive tract, tracheobronchial tree, or central nervous system. They can affect both sexes at any age, with a higher incidence between 30 and 50 years and a slight predisposition for female sex. They are usually solitary tumors but may also be multifocal. Most of the time, they are benign, with malignancy being exceptional in <2% of cases. Clinically, they appear as solid, well-defined, painless tumors, located subcutaneously with dimensions that can reach up to 10 cm. The definitive diagnosis is based on the immunohistochemical examination, and the treatment for benign tumors consists of surgical excision. Chemotherapy or radiotherapy may be required for malignant lesions, but the treatment regimens and their benefits remain unclear. This manuscript presents the case of a 12-year-old girl with a benign GCT, located in the skin on the mandibular line.
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- Valeriu Ardeleanu
- Faculty of Medicine, Doctoral School, “Ovidius” University, Constanţa, Romania
- General Hospital “Căi Ferate, ” Galaţi, Romania
- Arestetic Clinic, Galaţi, Romania
- Faculty of Kinetotherapy, University “Dunărea de Jos, ” Galaţi, Romania
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- Department of Plastic Surgery and Reconstructive Microsurgery, Carol Davila University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Bucharest, Romania
- Clinical Department of Plastic Surgery and Reconstructive Microsurgery, “Prof. Dr. Agrippa Ionescu” Emergency Clinical Hospital, Bucharest, Romania
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- Department of Dental Medicine, Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy, “Dunărea de Jos” University, Galaţi, Romania
- Medical Assistance Service of the Municipality of Galaţi, Galaţi, Romania
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- Department of Plastic Surgery and Reconstructive Microsurgery, Carol Davila University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Bucharest, Romania
- Clinical Department of Plastic Surgery and Reconstructive Microsurgery, “Prof. Dr. Agrippa Ionescu” Emergency Clinical Hospital, Bucharest, Romania
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- “Elisabeta Doamna” Psychiatry Hospital, Galaţi, Romania
- Clinical Medical Department, Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy, “Dunărea de Jos” University, Galaţi, Romania
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- Clinical Medical Department, Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy, “Dunărea de Jos” University, Galaţi, Romania
- Dermatology Department, “Sfanta Cuvioasa Parascheva” Clinical Hospital of Infectious Diseases, Galaţi, Romania
- N. Paulescu National Institute of Diabetes, Bucharest, Romania
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- Multidisciplinary Integrated Center of Dermatological Interface Research MIC-DIR (Centrul Integrat Multidisciplinar de Cercetare de Interfata Dermatologica - CIM-CID), “Dunărea de Jos” University, Galaţi, Romania
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- Clinical Medical Department, Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy, “Dunărea de Jos” University, Galaţi, Romania
- Dermatology Department, “Sfanta Cuvioasa Parascheva” Clinical Hospital of Infectious Diseases, Galaţi, Romania
- N. Paulescu National Institute of Diabetes, Bucharest, Romania
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Amphlett A. An Update on Cutaneous Granular Cell tumours for Dermatologists and Dermatopathologists. Clin Exp Dermatol 2022; 47:1916-1922. [PMID: 35727729 DOI: 10.1111/ced.15309] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 06/20/2022] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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Granular cell tumours are rare soft tissue neoplasms which occur at a wide variety of sites and commonly involve the skin. Distinction between benign and malignant granular cell tumours is important because benign tumours are commonly cured by complete excision and malignant tumours commonly recur and cause fatal metastatic disease. Communication between the dermatologist and pathologist is also important, as the pathologist may provide false reassurance by evaluating a benign appearing part of a clinically malignant tumour. The following review summarises the current literature on the epidemiology, clinical presentation, pathology, radiology, treatment and prognosis of cutaneous granular cell tumours, with a focus on improving diagnosis and management for dermatologists and dermatopathologists.
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Lemound J, Papadimas D, Skodda S, Tannapfel A, Alekseyev A, Kunkel M. Isolated Hypoglossal Nerve Palsy as an Early Symptom of a Granular Cell Tumor. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2022; 19:ijerph19052690. [PMID: 35270381 PMCID: PMC8909992 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph19052690] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/25/2021] [Revised: 02/20/2022] [Accepted: 02/22/2022] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
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Background: Hypoglossal nerve palsy (HNP) is rather common as a neurological disease. However, as an isolated nerve palsy it is an exceedingly rare phenomenon and points at local pathologies along the peripheral course of the nerve. In this communication we report a granular cell tumor (GCT) arising in the submandibular segment of the hypoglossal nerve. Case-Report: Spontaneous isolated HNP was recognized in a female patient. First line MR-imaging identified a clivus-chordoma. However, involvement of the hypoglossal nerve was highly unlikely according to MR-findings. Finally, ultrasonographic investigation revealed a small submandibular mass which, at histological examination, turned out to be a granular cell tumor arising within the hypoglossal nerve. Conclusions: This is the report of an extremely rare GCT originating within the 12th cranial nerve. The case illustrates that isolated motoric cranial nerve palsy may result from this rare tumor entity. This report also points out the diagnostic value of a simple ultrasonographic investigation to depict pathologic lesions of the submandibular space.
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- Juliana Lemound
- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Ruhr University Knappschaftskrankenhaus Bochum, 44892 Bochum, Germany;
- Correspondence:
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Klinikum Saarbrücken, 66119 Saarbrücken, Germany;
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- Department of Neurology, Ruhr University Knappschaftskrankenhaus Bochum, 44892 Bochum, Germany;
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- Department of Pathology, University of Bochum Medical Center, Ruhr University Klinikum Bergmannsheil Bochum, 44789 Bochum, Germany;
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- Department for Radiology, Krankenhaus Wermelskirchen, 42929 Wermelskirchen, Germany;
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Ruhr University Knappschaftskrankenhaus Bochum, 44892 Bochum, Germany;
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Cantella R, Evola G, Di Stefano C, Trusso Zirna E, Iudica M, Piazza L. Granular cell tumor of the cecum: Case report of mini invasive surgical resection and review of the literature. Int J Surg Case Rep 2021; 87:106397. [PMID: 34534816 PMCID: PMC8450234 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijscr.2021.106397] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/20/2021] [Revised: 09/07/2021] [Accepted: 09/10/2021] [Indexed: 11/27/2022] Open
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Introduction and importance Granular Cell Tumor (GCT) is a rare lesion with unclear histogenesis, predominantly described as a skin lesion. Visceral localization of GCT is even more rare with few cases reported in the literature. Nowadays GCT guidelines are not available. Case presentation A 45-year-old Caucasian woman was visited in our surgical department for significant weight loss (about 30 kg) during the previous 6 months. Colonoscopy showed a caecal polypoid lesion that was resected with a diatermic loop and classified as GCT. Microscopically, the neoplasm partially involved the mucosa and diffusely the submucosa, extending to the endoscopic resection margins. Because of the high risk of perforation during endoscopic radicalisation attempt, the patient underwent ileocecal resection. The postoperative course was uneventful. Clinical discussion GCT is a rare soft tissue neoplasm probably deriving from Schwann cells. The main treatment for GCT is an endoscopic mucosal/submucosal resection. Nevertheless, a radicalization of the lesion through a surgical attempt should be preferred when the endoscopic procedure is linked to a high risk of perforation. It is important to distinguish GCT from other polypoid lesions of the colon, due to its malignant potential (about 2%) and its relapsing capacity when margins are involved. Conclusion GTC is a rare neoplasm and as its diagnosis is made only histologically, it should be included in differential diagnosis of colonic polypoid lesions. Surgery can be considered the best choice when an endoscopic attempt of GCT lesions is linked to a high risk of colon perforation. Granular Cell Tumor (GCT) is a rare lesion with unclear histogenesis. Visceral localizations are even more rare that skin lesions. GCT should be distinguished from all other polypoid lesions. GCT epidemiology is limited due to its unknown origin and rare occurrence. Some specialists recommend a surgical resection for lesions >2–5 cm.
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- Roberto Cantella
- General and Emergency Surgery Department, Garibaldi Hospital, Piazza Santa Maria di Gesù 5, 95100 Catania, Italy.
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- General and Emergency Surgery Department, Garibaldi Hospital, Piazza Santa Maria di Gesù 5, 95100 Catania, Italy
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- General and Emergency Surgery Department, Garibaldi Hospital, Piazza Santa Maria di Gesù 5, 95100 Catania, Italy
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- General and Emergency Surgery Department, Garibaldi Hospital, Piazza Santa Maria di Gesù 5, 95100 Catania, Italy
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- General and Emergency Surgery Department, Garibaldi Hospital, Piazza Santa Maria di Gesù 5, 95100 Catania, Italy
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- General and Emergency Surgery Department, Garibaldi Hospital, Piazza Santa Maria di Gesù 5, 95100 Catania, Italy
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Marcoval J, Bauer-Alonso A, Llobera-Ris C, Moreno-Vílchez C, Penín R, Bermejo J. Granular Cell Tumor: A Clinical Study of 81 Patients. ACTAS DERMO-SIFILIOGRAFICAS 2021. [DOI: 10.1016/j.adengl.2021.02.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/22/2022] Open
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Marcoval J, Bauer-Alonso A, Llobera-Ris C, Moreno-Vilchez C, Penín RM, Bermejo J. Granular Cell Tumor: A Clinical Study of 81 Patients. ACTAS DERMO-SIFILIOGRAFICAS 2020; 112:441-446. [PMID: 33253647 DOI: 10.1016/j.ad.2020.11.012] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/06/2020] [Revised: 11/02/2020] [Accepted: 11/16/2020] [Indexed: 01/24/2023] Open
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INTRODUCTION Although a granular cell tumor (GCT) usually develops on the skin or oral mucosa, it has been described in many other organs. GCT typically presents as a solitary tumor, but multiple lesions can occur. It has also been described in association with other diseases. OBJECTIVES To describe the clinical characteristics of cutaneous and oral mucosal GCTs and explore potential associations with other diseases. MATERIAL AND METHODS Retrospective study of patients diagnosed with GCT at our hospital between 1995 and 2019. The following information was collected from the patients' medical records: age, sex, number of GCTs, location, diameter, time to diagnosis, tentative clinical diagnosis, surgical margin status, recurrence, follow-up time, and associated diseases. RESULTS We detected 89 cutaneous or oral mucosal GCTs in 81 patients (43 women, 38 men) with a mean age of 40.21 years. The mean tumor diameter was 1.34cm. Five of the 81 patients (6.2%) had multiple GCTs, including noncutaneous tumors. Patients with multiple GCTs were on average younger than those with a single tumor (P=.004). There was only a single case of local recurrence and no cases of distant metastasis. None of the patients had associated diseases. CONCLUSIONS Most GCTs are benign and local recurrence is uncommon, even in patients with positive margins. Nevertheless, the possibility of multiple tumors affecting the skin, oral mucosa, or internal organs should be borne in mind, especially in young patients.
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- J Marcoval
- Servicio de Dermatología, Hospital Universitari de Bellvitge, Barcelona, España.
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- Servicio de Dermatología, Hospital Universitari de Bellvitge, Barcelona, España
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- Servicio de Dermatología, Hospital Universitari de Bellvitge, Barcelona, España
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- Servicio de Dermatología, Hospital Universitari de Bellvitge, Barcelona, España
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- Servicio de Anatomía Patológica, Hospital Universitari de Bellvitge, Barcelona, España
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- Servicio de Cirugía Plástica, Hospital Universitari de Bellvitge, Barcelona, España
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Epidemiology, treatment, survival, and prognostic factors of cutaneous mucoepidermoid carcinoma: A distinct entity with an indolent clinical course. J Am Acad Dermatol 2020; 83:1827-1830. [PMID: 32446830 DOI: 10.1016/j.jaad.2020.05.086] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/01/2020] [Revised: 05/15/2020] [Accepted: 05/16/2020] [Indexed: 11/21/2022]
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Epithelioid Cutaneous Mesenchymal Neoplasms: A Practical Diagnostic Approach. Diagnostics (Basel) 2020; 10:diagnostics10040233. [PMID: 32316685 PMCID: PMC7236000 DOI: 10.3390/diagnostics10040233] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/27/2020] [Revised: 04/15/2020] [Accepted: 04/16/2020] [Indexed: 12/16/2022] Open
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Epithelioid cells are rounded or polygonal cells with abundant eosinophilic or clear cytoplasm and ovoid to round nuclei, superficially resembling epithelial cells. Cutaneous mesenchymal neoplasms composed predominantly or exclusively of epithelioid cells are relatively uncommon and can cause considerable diagnostic difficulties due to overlapping histologic features among heterogeneous groups of tumors. Familiarity with practical diagnostic approaches and recognition of key histopathologic features are important for correct diagnosis and management. This review summarizes the histologic features of epithelioid cutaneous mesenchymal neoplasms and discusses their differential diagnoses from malignant melanomas and carcinomas.
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Benign and Malignant Granular Cell Tumor of the Hypopharynx: Two Faces of a Rare Entity. Head Neck Pathol 2020; 15:281-287. [PMID: 32240515 PMCID: PMC8010051 DOI: 10.1007/s12105-020-01157-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/18/2019] [Accepted: 03/24/2020] [Indexed: 10/24/2022]
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Granular cell tumors (GCT) are rare soft tissue tumors that involve the head and neck in 50% of patients. Two distinct variants of GCT, one benign (bGCT) and the other malignant (mGCT), involving the hypopharynx, a subsite of the larynx, are presented here. The clinical presentations, radiographic features, pathologic diagnosis in these two variants of GCT are discussed. The mGCT was diagnosed only after complete tumor excision. This report highlights the importance of complete excision of the tumor mass, as diagnosis of mGCT can be exceedingly difficult to make on a small biopsy specimen. Therefore, complete excision is recommended for definitive diagnosis and treatment of GCTs.
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Harris L, Shoakazemi A, Pollock J. Granular cell tumour of the cavernous sinus: A rare cause of secondary trigeminal neuralgia. Br J Neurosurg 2019:1-5. [PMID: 31650863 DOI: 10.1080/02688697.2019.1673314] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/25/2022]
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Background: Cavernous sinus tumours comprise 0.1-0.2% of all intracranial tumours, and are most commonly meningiomas or schwannomas. Central nervous system and cranial nerve granular cell tumours (GCTs) are extremely rare. We report the tenth case of a GCT arising from a cranial nerve, and the second case reported in a cavernous sinus location, and review the literature. Clinical presentation: A 67-year-old man presented with right sided trigeminal neuralgia. Imaging findings suggested a trigeminal schwannoma and he was treated with CyberKnife radiosurgery. Over a period of 41 months follow up, there was a progression in both symptoms and imaging findings, requiring debulking surgery. Histopathology identified a GCT. Conclusions: This is the first case of a cranial nerve GCT treated with stereotactic radiosurgery. Trigeminal nerve GCTs are a rare differential in cases of presumed schwannomas.
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- Lauren Harris
- Department of Neurosurgery, Queen's Hospital , Romford , UK
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Maymone MB, Greer RO, Burdine LK, Dao-Cheng A, Venkatesh S, Sahitya PC, Maymone AC, Kesecker J, Vashi NA. Benign oral mucosal lesions: Clinical and pathological findings. J Am Acad Dermatol 2019; 81:43-56. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jaad.2018.09.061] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/01/2018] [Revised: 09/13/2018] [Accepted: 09/19/2018] [Indexed: 02/08/2023]
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