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Kikuchi's disease mimicking lymphoma
A K Gupta1, C E Reddy, A K Banerjee
1Department of Otorhinolaryngology and Head & Neck Surgery and Pathology, Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, 160012 Chandigarh, India.
Summary
Histiocytic necrotizing lymphadenitis, also known as Kikuehi's disease, presents as cervical lymphadenopathy. This condition mimics tuberculosis or lymphoma, though it is less recognized by ENT surgeons.
Area of Science:
- Pathology
- Otolaryngology
- Immunology
Background:
- Histiocytic necrotizing lymphadenitis (Kikuehi's disease) is an uncommon condition.
- It typically manifests as cervical lymphadenopathy, a swelling of lymph nodes in the neck.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight Kikuehi's disease as a differential diagnosis for cervical lymphadenopathy.
- To increase awareness among ENT surgeons regarding this entity.
Main Methods:
- Review of clinical presentations.
- Comparison with tuberculosis and lymphoma.
- Pathological findings analysis.
Main Results:
- Kikuehi's disease clinically resembles tuberculosis and lymphoma.
- The condition is well-known to pathologists but less so to ENT surgeons.
Conclusions:
- Cervical lymphadenopathy requires consideration of Kikuehi's disease.
- Enhanced awareness among ENT surgeons is crucial for accurate diagnosis and management.
