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A case report of angiosarcoma of the tongue: A diagnostic dilemma at presentation
Shilajit Bhattacharya1, Ajit V Koshy2, Prachi Baldawa2
1Department of General Pathology and Microbiology, M. A. Rangoonwala College of Dental Sciences and Research Centre, Pune, Maharashtra, India.
Rationale:
Angiosarcoma is a malignant mesenchymal tumor arising from vascular endothelial cells. This is an aggressive malignancy associated with poor prognosis. Angiosarcoma in the head and neck is exceedingly rare, accounting for less than 4 % of tumors.[1].
Patient Concern:
We report a unique case of angiosarcoma involving the tongue underlying the diagnostic conundrum and pointers towards an accurate diagnosis.
Take-Away Lesson:
Due to rarity of the disease, consensus on optimal treatment approach is lacking and multicenter prospective studies would be helpful to set clinical guidelines.
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