Rare Primary Mandibular Chondrogenic Sarcoma in a Middle Aged Woman – Imaging Perspective
Osawe Abebe Austine,
Ayinde Junaid Babatunde,
Saleh Mohammed Kabir,
Aliyu Abubakar Otaru
Issue:
Volume 3, Issue 1, March 2022
Pages:
1-4
Received:
14 December 2021
Accepted:
4 January 2022
Published:
12 January 2022
DOI:
10.11648/j.wjmcr.20220301.11
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Abstract: Chondrogenic sarcomas (CSs) are uncommon cartilaginous neoplasms with rare occurrence in the head and neck region where the maxilla is most commonly affected. Histologically, they are hypercellular lesions with abundant amount of hyaline type cartilage and they range from well-differentiated growth resembling benign cartilage tumour to high-grade malignancy with aggressive local behaviour and potential to metastasize. Only few cases of mandibular affectation have been reported with fewer cases involving the nasal cavity, larynx, skull and cervical vertebrae. Here a case of high grade, primary right hemimandibular CS in a 45 year old woman presenting with right jaw swelling and a discharging sinus following tooth extraction is reported. Initial x-ray examination of the skull demonstrated ‘sunray’ pattern in the mass which raised high index of suspicion for an aggressive process. Computed tomography (CT) imaging of the jaws showed the lesion to be destructive with adjacent soft tissue involvement. It also aided definition of tumour extent which was necessary for surgical planning. The mass was excised and histologic evaluation of the specimen revealed atypical chondrocytes with mitotic figures on chondromyxoid background consistent with high grade chondrosarcoma. The aim of this case presentation is to provide insight into the role played by three dimensional imaging modalities (CT and MRI) in diagnosis and management of malignant jaw lesions.
Abstract: Chondrogenic sarcomas (CSs) are uncommon cartilaginous neoplasms with rare occurrence in the head and neck region where the maxilla is most commonly affected. Histologically, they are hypercellular lesions with abundant amount of hyaline type cartilage and they range from well-differentiated growth resembling benign cartilage tumour to high-grade m...
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Primary Ovarian Mesothelioma: About a Rare Case
Adadi Hind,
Fdili Alaoui Fatima-zahra,
Jayi Sofia,
Chaara Hekmat,
Melhouf Moulay Abdelilah
Issue:
Volume 3, Issue 1, March 2022
Pages:
5-7
Received:
23 November 2021
Accepted:
5 January 2022
Published:
20 January 2022
DOI:
10.11648/j.wjmcr.20220301.12
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Abstract: Malignant Mesothelioma of Ovary is an extremely uncommon, malignant tumor of the ovary. The cause of formation of the tumor is not well understood. The clinical presentation of MMO is equivalent to Large-sizedtumors that causes cause abdominal and pelvic pain, discomfort, and weight loss. The complications of Ovarian Malignant Mesothelioma (OMM) include infertility, metastasis to various regions, and recurrence following its surgical removal. It’s prognosis is generally poor due to local invasion and metastasis of the malignancy to various body site. Here we report the case of a 50-year-old patient presenting with an increase in abdominal volume associated with a deterioration in general condition. The abdomino-pelvic CT showed a huge left ovarian without peritoneal carcinoma. The final pathologic diagnosis of ovarian malignant mesothelioma was made through histologic and immunohistochemical examination. The surgery was followed by adjuvant chemotherapy, resulting in a complete radiological response, with disease-free survival of more than one year.
Abstract: Malignant Mesothelioma of Ovary is an extremely uncommon, malignant tumor of the ovary. The cause of formation of the tumor is not well understood. The clinical presentation of MMO is equivalent to Large-sizedtumors that causes cause abdominal and pelvic pain, discomfort, and weight loss. The complications of Ovarian Malignant Mesothelioma (OMM) in...
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Clinical and Diagnostic Approach to a Pediatric Patient Presented with a Lateral Neck Mass
Inva Gjeta,
Durim Sala,
Ilirjana Bakalli,
Ermela Ҫelaj,
Vladimir Hoxha,
Marsela Biqiku,
Griselda Toci,
Elmira Kola
Issue:
Volume 3, Issue 1, March 2022
Pages:
8-10
Received:
7 February 2022
Accepted:
22 March 2022
Published:
29 March 2022
DOI:
10.11648/j.wjmcr.20220301.13
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Abstract: Sternocleidomastoid muscle tumor of infancy, known as Fibromatosis colli is a relatively rare benign lesion that appears mainly unilaterally in the neck of an infant, with an incidence of 0.4% of births. It is one of the most common causes of congenital torticollis and more common in males. It appears in a newborn between the second and eighth weeks of life. It is usually unilateral (in the right sternocleidomastoid muscle) and occurrences on both sides of the neck are very rare. Over 95% of these tumors resolve spontaneously or with stretching exercises after 4-8 months of life. Diagnosis is based on patient history, clinical presentation and use of ultrasound. Invasive diagnostic methods such as a biopsy are not routinely used are reserved only in cases where there are diagnostic difficulties. Most cases have a good prognosis if therapy is started as early as possible and performed for as long as necessary. We report the case of a two-months-old boy, presenting a right lateral cervical mass. Clinical presentation, objective examination and ultrasound appearance strongly supported the diagnosis of Fibromatosis Colli. Conservative physical therapy with passive stretching exercises, massage and follow-up in dynamics was recommended.
Abstract: Sternocleidomastoid muscle tumor of infancy, known as Fibromatosis colli is a relatively rare benign lesion that appears mainly unilaterally in the neck of an infant, with an incidence of 0.4% of births. It is one of the most common causes of congenital torticollis and more common in males. It appears in a newborn between the second and eighth week...
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