Nasal Septal Hemangiopericytoma-like Tumor: A Case Report with an Immunohistochemical Study

2001 ◽  
Vol 15 (4) ◽  
pp. 267-270 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rie Yasui ◽  
Toru Minatogawa ◽  
Naoyuki Kanoh ◽  
Yasuo Nakata ◽  
Akira Kubota

Nasal hemangiopericytoma-like (HPCL) tumor is a rare vascular tumor and should be differentiated from typical hemangiopericytomas (HPCs). This study reports the case of an HPCL tumor in a 77-year-old man with histological and immunohistochemical features. After preoperative evaluation of the blood supply, the dark-red right intranasal tumor was resected completely via the right maxillary sinus. The final histopathological diagnosis was HPCL tumor based on several stains: vimentin (+), α-SMA (+), etc. Moreover, there were few p53 (+) cells and the Ki-67 and topoisomerase IIα labeling indices were both under 5%. These findings indicated that this tumor was a low-grade malignancy. The immunohistochemical investigations used are useful for making the diagnosis of HPCL tumor and determining the treatment, malignancy, and prognosis. (American Journal of Rhinology 15 267–270, 2001)

2005 ◽  
Vol 91 (5) ◽  
pp. 436-439 ◽  
Author(s):  
Cigdem Tokyol ◽  
Nüket Uzüm ◽  
Ilhami Kuru ◽  
Omer Uluoglu

Seven cases of an unusual low-grade vascular tumor were reported in a recent study. Despite its similarity to epithelioid sarcoma, this tumor was termed epithelioid sarcoma-like hemangioendothelioma because of the subtle histopathological and immunohistochemical differences. Another case of this rare entity in a 70-year-old woman who suffered from a painful mass on the anterior aspect of the right cubital fossa is presented here, together with a review of the relevant literature.


2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Chunsen Li ◽  
Mengqiao Wang ◽  
Hongwei Dang ◽  
Yan Pan ◽  
Yi Liu ◽  
...  

Abstract BackgroundPrimitive myxoid mesenchymal tumor of infancy (PMMTI) is a rare tumor and its molecular mechanism and prognosis remain unclear. We here report a case of PMMTI, and review the reported literature of PMMTI.Case presentationA one-year-old boy found a lump in his right groin. The size of the mass was 1 cm×1 cm. Computed tomography showed a round, slightly dense shadow of 38 mm×32 mm in the right groin. The tumor was removed for pathological examination, and the size of the tumor was 6.0 cm×5.0 cm×3.0 cm. Tumor cells are diffusely distributed, mainly spindle cells. The blood vessels were abundant, many adipocytes can be observed in some areas, and focal lymphocyte infiltration can be seen in a few areas. Immunophenotype was as follows: histone H3 at lysine 27 (H3K27me3), B-cell lymphoma 6 corepressor (BCOR) and Bcl-2 were positive, cluster of differentiation 99 (CD99) showed diffuse reactivity, BCL6 was scattered positive, Ki-67 proliferation index was 20%. Dual-color fluorescence in situ hybridization (FISH) showed red and green signal nuclei caused by the deletion of ETV6 gene rearrangement. The patient underwent extensive surgical resection during the recurrence period and was in good condition 7 months later.ConclusionsPMMTI is at least a low-grade malignancy. BCOR, BCL2, BCL6, and CD99 can be used as special IHC markers, and most PMMTI cases exhibit BCOR ITD change. H3K27me3 may be used as a new IHC marker for PMMTI.


2016 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 85-89
Author(s):  
Svetlana A. Mateva ◽  
Margarita R. Nikolova ◽  
Alexandar V. Valkov ◽  
Margarita R. Nikolova

Summary Liposarcoma is one of the most common soft tissue sarcomas in adults with a relative incidence amongst other sarcomas ranging from 9.8% to 16%. It usually locates in the limbs and retroperitoneum. Primary liposarcomas of the larynx and hypopharynx are rare, comprising less than 20% of all head and neck liposarcomas. According to World Health Organization, these tumors are divided into four histologic types, and well-differentiated liposarcoma is the most common one. It is a tumor of low-grade malignancy that may recur locally, but does not metastasize. We present a case of laryngopharyngeal well- differentiated liposarcoma in an old patient with two previous removals. We also discuss recently published cases with this unusual location of liposarcoma.


2019 ◽  
Vol 10 ◽  
pp. 215265671988903 ◽  
Author(s):  
Madison J. Malfitano ◽  
Meghan N. Norris ◽  
Wesley H. Stepp ◽  
Griffin D. Santarelli ◽  
T. Danielle Samulski ◽  
...  

Background Hyalinizing clear cell carcinomas (HCCCs) are rare, low-grade, malignant tumors which most often arise from the minor salivary glands primarily in palate and tongue but can arise in any location with minor salivary glands including the nasopharynx. Methods A case report of primary nasopharyngeal HCCC is presented. Because of the rarity of this tumor and location, a literature search was conducted to determine the most common presenting symptoms, treatment strategies, and outcomes. Results A 48-year-old man underwent biopsy of a 4.5 cm mass of the right nasopharynx with pathology suggesting an intermediate grade mucoepidermoid carcinoma. After discussing management with the patient, an endoscopic resection was performed. Final pathology revealed an HCCC which was confirmed after negative Mastermind-like 2 (MAML2) and positive Ewing sarcoma breakpoint region 1 (ESWR1) gene rearrangements on fluorescence in situ hybridization (FISH) studies. Literature review of other nasopharyngeal HCCC cases shows diverse presentation and overall excellent prognosis through surgical and radiation therapy. Conclusion HCCCs are rare, low-grade malignant tumors of the minor salivary glands and can present as a nasopharyngeal mass. Presenting symptoms are diverse but frequently involve otologic and sinonasal disturbances. HCCC is an indolent tumor with an excellent prognostic outcome when treated appropriately with surgical resection and adjuvant radiotherapy.


2020 ◽  
Vol 2020 (8) ◽  
Author(s):  
Amjad Soltany ◽  
Ghazal Asaad ◽  
Rami Daher ◽  
Mouhannad Dayoub ◽  
Ali Khalil ◽  
...  

Abstract Ameloblastic fibrosarcoma (AFS) is a rare, aggressive malignant odontogenic tumor. AFS is seen most frequently in second and third decades of life. We are reporting a case of a low grade AFS in a 21-year-old male complaining of a painless swelling in the right side of the maxilla. The patient was treated with surgical excision followed by radiotherapy, which is considered the most effective approach for most of soft tissue sarcomas. AFS has a high-reported recurrence rate (up to 37%); therefore, long-term surveillance for recurrence is crucial.


2013 ◽  
Vol 70 (8) ◽  
pp. 778-780 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jasmina Stojanovic ◽  
Branislav Belic ◽  
Slobodanka Mitrovic ◽  
Predrag Stankovic ◽  
Stevan Stojanovic ◽  
...  

Introduction. During the past two decades, tuberculosis (TBC) both pulmonary and extrapulmonary, has emerged to be a major health problem. Nasal tuberculosis is a specific inflammatory process which is, in most cases, joined by the inflammation of neck lymph nodes. Case report. Thirty-yearold man presented with shortness of breath through the nose and periodical headaches. Clinical examination showed signs of chronic rhinitis, with slight granular changes of nasal septal mucosa. Laboratory analyses were within the reference ranges. Nasal and throat swabs for bacteria and fungi were normal. Skin allergy testing to standard inhalatory allergens was positive. Computer rhinomanometry showed increased nasal resistance at medium difficulty level, on the right. Radiography of paranasal sinuses indicated chronic polysinusitis on the right. Anti-allergy therapy was prescribed. The patient came for checkup after a month with subjective deterioration and a neck tumefact on the right. Nasal endoscopy revealed the presence of dark red infiltrates with the 3 mm diameter on nasal septal mucosa, dominantly on the right, with small greyish nodules. This findings indicated a potential specific nasal inflammatory process. In the upper jugulodigastric area, on the left, painless tumefact 3 x 5 cm in size was palpated, it was mobile comparing to supra- and infrastructure, with unaltered skin above. The definite diagnosis was established on the basis of the results of nasal mucosa biopsy. After histopathological diagnosis was obtained, we started with antituberculosis therapy at once. Conclusion. Due to actual trends of TBC incidences, otolaryngologist should have in mind nasal TBC, when granulomatose lesions are found in nose.


2015 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
pp. 18-25 ◽  
Author(s):  
Phil Milburn-McNulty ◽  
Andrew J. Larner

We report a patient presenting with episodes of transient amnesia, some with features suggestive of transient global amnesia (TGA), and some more reminiscent of transient epileptic amnesia. Investigation with neuroimaging revealed an intrinsic lesion in the right amygdala, with features suggestive of low-grade neoplasia. We undertook a systematic review of the literature on TGA and brain tumour. Fewer than 20 cases were identified, some of which did not conform to the clinical diagnostic criteria for TGA. Hence, the concurrence of brain tumour and TGA is very rare and of doubtful aetiological relevance. In some brain tumour-associated cases, epilepsy may be masquerading as TGA.


2015 ◽  
Vol 72 (1) ◽  
pp. 63-67 ◽  
Author(s):  
Milica Petrovic ◽  
Violeta Rabrenovic ◽  
Dusica Stamenkovic ◽  
Neven Vavic ◽  
Zoran Kovacevic ◽  
...  

Introduction. Situs inversus totalis (SIT) represents a total vertical transposition of the thoracic and abdominal organs which are arranged in a mirror image reversal of the normal positioning 1. We presented a successful pre-dialysis kidney transplantation from a living sibling donor with SIT and the longest donor follow-up period, along with analysis of the reviewed literature. Case report. The pair for pre-dialysis kidney transplantation included a 68-year-old mother and 34-year-old daughter at low immunological risk. Comorbidities evidenced in kidney donors with previously diagnosed SIT, included moderate arterial hypertension and borderline blood glucose level. Explantation of the left donor kidney and its placement into the right iliac fossa of the recipient were performed in the course of the surgical procedure. A month after nephrectomy, second degree renal failure was noticed in the donor. A 20-month follow-up of the donor?s kidney and graft in the recipient proved that their functions were excellent. Conclusion. In donors with previously diagnosed SIT the multidisciplinary approach, preoperative evaluation of the patient and detection of possible vascular anomalies are required to provide maximum safety for the donor.


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