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Abstract Ewing sarcoma is the most common malignant bone tumor of the pelvis in children and young adults. Even with aggressive treatment, its survival rate is amongst the poorest. Classical presentation may not be the rule. It may simulate clinically, imagiologically and histopathologically other nonmalignant entities. Therefore, its suspicion should not be overlooked. We report two cases of pelvic Ewing sarcoma: the first mimicking eosinophilic granuloma, and the second mimicking osteomyelitis. In the latter, we also report an atypical finding of its natural history: an initial response to antibiotic and anti-inflammatory treatment. In both cases, we highlight the possibility of an inconclusive percutaneous bone biopsy and the importance of immunochemistry and cytogenetics for the definitive diagnosis.

Resumo O sarcoma de Ewing é o tumor ósseo maligno da pelve mais comum em crianças e adultos jovens. Mesmo com tratamento agressivo, sua taxa de sobrevivência está entre as piores. A apresentação clássica pode não ser a regra. Ele pode simular clinicamente, imaginologicamente e histopatologicamente outras entidades não malignas. Portanto, sua suspeita não deve ser negligenciada. Relatamos dois casos de sarcoma pélvico: o primeiro imitando granuloma eosinofílico e o segundo imitando osteomielite. Neste último, também relatamos um achado atípico de sua história natural: uma resposta inicial ao antibiótico e ao tratamento anti-inflamatório. Em ambos os casos, destacamos a possibilidade de uma biópsia óssea percutânea inconclusiva e a importância da imunoquímica e da citogenética para o diagnóstico definitivo.

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Butterfly vertebras are an abnormal embryological formation of the spinal bodies that occur because of a lack of fusion of the chondrification centers of the vertebral bodies. Langerhans cell histiocytosis is an entity that frequently involves vertebral bodies resulting in flat vertebras, and recovery of the vertebral body height is a very unusual finding. We present a case report of a pediatric patient with a thoracic acquired butterfly vertebra which occurred secondary to a Langerhans cell histiocytosis involvement. It is extremely rare to find vertebra plana that regains its complete height but is even more infrequent to evidence of a butterfly vertebra deformity that is not congenital.

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INTRODUCTION: Langerhans cell histiocytosis (LCH) and Erdheim-Chester disease (ECD) are rare histiocytic disorders in the L (Langerhans) group diseases. They range from self-limited benign diseases to lethal disseminated forms. METHODS: This retrospective study was conducted in 3 tertiary hospitals in Saudi Arabia and Brazil. Histopathological records were searched for all patients diagnosed with ocular and periocular histiocytic disorders from January 1993 to December 2018. Histopathological slides and medical files were reviewed for data collection and simple analysis of demographics, clinical manifestations, and management. The relevant literature is reviewed. RESULTS: Twenty-two eyes of 18 patients with biopsy-proven histiocytic disorders in the L group were included. Female-to-male ratio was 1.25:1. Average age at presentation was 14 years (range, 1-54). LCH was diagnosed in 14 eyes, while eight eyes had ECD. All LCH cases were unilateral and confined to the bone as cases of eosinophilic granuloma (EG), while patients with ECD were bilateral. Commonest presentations in EG and ECD were eyelid swelling (85.7%) and periocular xanthomas (75%), respectively. Orbit was involved in 100% of EG cases, with bony erosion in 54.5%. Relevant systemic involvement was found in 100% of ECD and 21% of EG cases. Surgical intervention was needed in 16 of the 22 eyes (72.7%). All EG and 25% of patients with ECD required surgical excision. CONCLUSIONS: Histiocytic disorders are a rare group of diseases, including the L group. Relevant systemic associations require specific and selective therapy. A high clinical index and multidisciplinary collaboration are essential for the proper evaluation and management of these patients.

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Many aggressive non-endodontic radiolucent lesions show very similar clinical and radiographical features to periapical lesions of endodontic origin. Since the treatments of endodontic and non-endodontic lesions differ markedly, a precise diagnosis is imperative. Thus, the present study aimed at presenting a clinical case on the diagnosis and management of a Langerhans cell histiocytosis (LCH) lesion mimicking a periapical lesion of endodontic origin. A 51-year-old male patient was referred to a private dental office due to slight pain from the region of tooth 36. Although no sign of prosthetic or endodontic failure was noted, radiographical examination revealed a radiolucent image with poorly defined borders associated with the periapical region of the tooth. Apicoectomy and bone curettage were then performed and, given the clinical and laboratory features, the definitive diagnosis of solitary eosinophilic granuloma was made. The surgical treatment was sufficient for the remission of the symptoms, and recurrence was not observed. Given the current case, dentists should be aware of LCH lesions as they may mimic endodontic periapical pathoses, leading to misdiagnosis and therapeutic complications. Moreover, alveolar bone lesions may be the first or only sign of LCH in many cases.

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INTRODUCCIÓN El granuloma eosinofílico (GE) es una patología infrecuente, sobre todo en adultos, que puede afectar la columna cervical. A pesar de la vasta literatura, esta enfermedad afecta principalmente a la población infantil, y no hay un consenso sobre el manejo en adultos. Con el objetivo de aportar conocimiento respecto a esta patología poco frecuente, se presenta un caso clínico de GE cervical en un paciente de 16 años, a quien se trató de manera conservadora, con buenos resultados y retorno completo a sus actividades. CASO CLÍNICO Un hombre de 16 años, seleccionado de rugby, consultó por dolor cervical axial persistente y nocturno de 6 semanas de evolución, sin trauma evidente. Al examen, destacó dolor a la compresión axial sin compromiso neurológico asociado. Los exámenes de tomografía computarizada (TC) y resonancia magnética (RM) revelaron lesión lítica en el cuerpo de C3 de características agresivas, de presentación monostótica en tomografía por emisión de positrones-tomografía computada (TEP-TC) compatible con tumor primario vertebral. Se decidió realizar biopsia percutánea bajo TC, para definir el diagnóstico y manejo adecuado, la cual fue compatible con células de Langerhans. Al no presentar clínica ni imagenología de inestabilidad ósea evidente o compromiso neurológico, se manejó con tratamiento conservador, inmovilización cervical, analgesia oral, y seguimiento estrecho. A los cuatro meses de evolución, se presentó con una TC con cambios reparativos del cuerpo vertebral y sin dolor, y logró retomar sus actividad habituales. CONCLUSIONES El diagnóstico de GE es infrecuente a esta edad, y se debe plantear entre diagnósticos diferenciales de lesiones líticas agresivas primarias vertebrales. Es necesario el uso de imágenes, y la biopsia vertebral es fundamental para confirmar el diagnóstico. Su manejo va a depender de la sintomatología, del compromiso de estructuras vecinas, y de la estabilidad de la vértebra afectada. El manejo conservador con seguimiento clínico e imagenológico es una opción viable.

INTRODUCTION Eosinophilic granuloma (EG) is a rare, tumor-like lesion, infrequently affecting the cervical spine, particularly in adults. Although vastly described in literature, this pathology mainly affects children, and there is still no consensus on its treatment in older patients. With the goal of contributing to increase the knowledge regarding this infrequent pathology, we present a case of a C3 eosinophilic granuloma in a 16-year-old patient, who was treated conservatively, with good results, including complete return to his previous activities. CLINICAL CASE a 16-year-old male, elite rugby player, presented with a history of persistent neck pain, mainly at night, with no previous trauma. Upon physical examination, he reported neck pain with axial compression of the head, without neurological impairment. Both computed tomography (CT) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan revealed an aggressive lytic lesion in the C3 vertebral body, a with monostotic presentation on positron emission tomography-computed tomography (PET-CT) compatible with a primary spine tumor. A CT-guided percutaneous biopsy was obtained to establish the diagnosis and provide the proper management. The results were compatible with Langerhans cells. As he presented no symptoms or imaging findings of evident bone instability, as well as no neurological impairment, the patient was treated conservatively, with a cervical brace, oral pain medication and close followup. A CT obtained after four months of treatment showed reparative changes of the C3 vertebral body; at this point, the patient reported no neck pain, so he was able to return to his previous activities. CONCLUSIONS Although an EG is rare at this age, it should be considered in the differential diagnosis of primary vertebral aggressive lytic lesions. Imaging and a vertebral biopsy are paramount to confirm the diagnosis. The treatment modality depends on the symptoms, the involvement of adjacent structures, and the stability of the affected vertebra. Conservative management including clinical and imaging followup is a viable option.

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BACKGROUND: Langerhans cell histiocytosis (LCH) is a rare disorder characterized by abnormal proliferation and infiltration of histiocytic cells. METHODS: This review focused on the main aspects associated with LCH. RESULTS: LCH can involve single or multiple organs and systems, with bone and skin being the most commonly affected sites. Regarding skeletal manifestations, the jawbones are involved in about 20%-30% of all cases. Such lesions may present as unilocular or multilocular images mainly affecting the posterior mandible. Oral soft tissue lesions may also occur, with the gingiva and hard palate being the most frequently affected sites. CONCLUSION: The diagnosis and management of LCH are challenging, requiring a multidisciplinary approach, with dentists playing a central role since oral manifestations can be the first sign of the condition.

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Introduction: Traumatic ulcerative granuloma with stromal eosinophilia is an uncommon condition of the oral mucosa with a chronic course, usually affecting the tongue. Case Report: Clinically it presents as a chronic ulcer, with raised and indurated borders, rarely presented as a tumor. Histologically it shows a diffuse mixed inflammatory infiltrate, rich in eosinophils. The etiology of this lesion is still unclear; however, chronic irritation from traumatic agents is considered a major initiating factor. In some cases, the presence of CD30+ mononuclear cells within the lesions suggest the possibility of a CD30+ lymphoproliferative disorder. This article presents a case of a traumatic ulcerative granuloma with stromal eosinophilia manifested in a 56-year-old female with a solitary ulcerated tumor inside the right cheek. Conclusion: It was diagnosed based on clinical data and histopathological features. In a brief literature review, the entity has been characterized, analyzing its etiology and nature.

Introducción: El granuloma ulcerativo traumático con eosinofilia estromal es una afección infrecuente de la mucosa oral de curso crónico, que suele afectar a la lengua. Case Report: Clínicamente se presenta como una úlcera crónica, con bordes elevados e indurados, rara vez se presenta como un tumor. Histológicamente muestra un infiltrado inflamatorio mixto difuso, rico en eosinófilos. La etiología de esta lesión aún no está clara; sin embargo, la irritación crónica por agentes traumáticos se considera un factor de iniciación importante. En algunos casos, la presencia de células mononucleares CD30 + dentro de las lesiones sugiere la posibilidad de un trastorno linfoproliferativo CD30+. En este artículo se presenta el caso de un granuloma ulcerativo traumático con eosinofilia estromal que se manifiesta en una mujer de 56 años con un tumor ulcerado solitario en el interior de la mejilla derecha. Conclusión: Se diagnosticó con base en datos clínicos y características histopatológicas. En una breve revisión de la literatura se ha caracterizado la entidad, analizando su etiología y naturaleza.

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STUDY DESIGN: Descriptive, retrospective. Scientific level of evidence IV. OBJECTIVES: The aim of this study was to evaluate a consecutive case series of 50 pediatric patients with LCH of the spine. Langerhans cell histiocytosis (LCH) is a rare disease characterized by abnormal proliferation of Langerhans cells in different organs. Incidence in children range from 2 to 10 cases per million. In the current literature, few series evaluate LCH in the pediatric spine. MATERIAL AND METHODS: A consecutive case series of 50 pediatric patients with LCH of the spine treated at our hospital between 1984 and 2016, with a follow-up of at least 2 years, was analyzed. Sex, age, clinical and radiographic presentation, number of lesions, treatment, complications, and outcome were assessed. RESULTS: Fifty patients, 26 boys and 24 girls, were evaluated. Mean age was 5 years and 2 months (6 months to 13 years and 3 months). 27 patients had a single spinal lesion while 23 had 2 or more lesions. A total of 100 vertebrae were involved. The thoracic spine was the most affected. The most frequent lesion location was in the vertebral body in 88% of the cases. The symptoms were pain (87%), reduced range of motion, deformity, and neurologic deficit. Biopsy was performed in 48 patients. Thirty-nine patients received medical treatment, 28 used orthoses and six required surgery. Six patients (12%) recurred at a mean of 3 years and 5 months (range 2-12 years). In all cases, neurological symptoms, torticollis, and deformities resolved after medical or surgical treatment. CONCLUSIONS: Because of the variable presentation of the disease, ranging from a solitary isolated vertebral lesion to polyostotic and multisystemic involvement, a multidisciplinary team is required to have an adequate management of these patients and to obtain good results.

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Background: The feline eosinophilic granuloma complex (FEGC) includes a group of lesions that affect the skin, mucocutaneous junctions, and oral cavity of cats. It comprises three distinct clinical entities: the eosinophilic ulcer (EU), theeosinophilic plaque (EP) and the eosinophilic granuloma (EG). The EU is usually found in the upper lip. Lesions of EPoccur most commonly on the abdomen and medial thigh. The EG lesions usually appear on the tongue and hard palate.The aim of this study is to describe the localization and pathological findings of FEGC through a retrospective study andtesting by immunohistochemistry if feline herpesvirus type 1 (FHV-1) infection may be associated.Materials, Methods & Results: The records of biopsy specimens from the Department of Veterinary Pathology of theUniversidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul were recovered and cats diagnosed with FEGC were selected since January2006 to December 2017. General data, such as age, sex, breed and distribution lesions, were analyzed and compiled. Thehistological slides were reviewed by optical microscopy and the microscopic findings were detailed. Sections of tissuewere used in immunohistochemistry to investigate the presence of feline herpesvirus-1 (FHV-1) using anti-FHV-1 antibody. In this study, 30 cats were diagnosed with FEGC. Most part of the cats were mixed breed (27/30), and there wereno sex predisposition. The age of the cats ranged from seven months to 13 years old, and the median was three years. Thelesion distribution of FEGC was 40% in oral cavity, 33.3% in skin and 26.6% in mucocutaneous junction. Histologically,the main lesion of all distributions was characterized by diffuse dermal/submucosa inflammatory infiltrate composed ofeosinophils. Within the inflammation there were large irregular foci of collagen...(AU)

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BACKGROUND: Langerhans cell histiocytosis is a rare disease in the adult, predominates in the pediatric age and is more common in men than in women. The sites of greater affection are the long bones, followed by the bones of the skull. Patients usually have symptoms related to the site of affection, usually polyostotic lesions, monostotic lesions occur less frequently. The study of choice and treatment depends on the site affected, in the skull the main one is the magnetic resonance and the treatment is the surgical excision of the lesion. CLINICAL CASE: A 29-year-old female patient who entered the hospital due to a non-painful, rapidly growing, progressive tumor on the frontal region of the skull. Physical examination revealed a rounded mass of approximately 5 cm in diameter in the left, non-painful, non-painful, left-frontoparietal region. Magnetic resonance imaging of the skull showed a lytic lesion in the frontal bone. It was surgically excised with clean edges; titanium plate was placed. Histopathological diagnosis was histiocytosis of Langerhans cells. CONCLUSIONS: It is a rare case, with a patient of an uncommon age of presentation, absence of metastasis by means of study protocol and due to the monostotic presentation improves the prognosis for this patient.

ANTECEDENTES: la histiocitosis de células de Langerhans es una enfermedad rara en el adulto, que predomina en la edad pediátrica, y es más común en los hombres que en las mujeres. Los sitios de mayor afectación son los huesos largos, seguidos de los huesos del cráneo. Suele cursar con sintomatología relacionada con el sitio de afectación. Por lo general son lesiones poliostóticas; las lesiones monostóticas se presentan con menor frecuencia. El estudio de elección y el tratamiento dependen del sitio afectado; en el cráneo, el principal es la resonancia magnética, y el tratamiento es la escisión quirúrgica de la lesión. CASO CLÍNICO: Mujer de 29 años que ingresó al hospital debido a una tumoración no dolorosa de crecimiento rápido y progresivo sobre la región frontal del cráneo. A la exploración física se observó una masa redondeada, de aproximadamente 5 cm de diámetro, en la región frontoparietal izquierda, no dolorosa, de consistencia blanda, no móvil. La resonancia magnética de cráneo mostró una lesión lítica en el hueso frontal. Se extirpó quirúrgicamente con bordes limpios y se colocó una malla de titanio. El diagnóstico histopatológico fue de histiocitosis de células de Langerhans. CONCLUSIONES: Se trata de un caso poco frecuente, en una paciente de una edad no común de presentación, con ausencia de metástasis por medio de protocolo de estudio, y debido a la presentación monostótica mejora el pronóstico para esta paciente.

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ABSTRACT The eosinophilic granuloma is the most common form of the Langherans' cell histiocytosis. In the majority of cases it is represented by a unilocular osteolytic lesion which can occur in adults and children. It is an intraosseous destructive lesion characterized by the presence of vast numbers of eosinophils and histiocytes. It can be localized or multifocal. The tumor is more prevalent in the first two decades of life and tends to affect mandibular body and angle. Most frequent signs and symptoms are pain, swelling, ulceration, gingival necrosis, alveolar bone destruction with mobility and loss of teeth. Therapeutic interventions for this pathology are surgical curettage, local radiotherapy and chemotherapy. This article presents the case of a 9-year old patient who came in for treatment with facial swelling, pain, tooth mobility and intraoral ulcer in the vestibular sulcus of the right mandibular angle region. Imaging and incisional biopsy were obtained. After the histopathological examination confirmed the diagnosis of eosinophilic granuloma, the lesion was removed by curettage and a reconstruction titanium plate was inserted to avoid a pathological fracture. After 14 years of follow-up no recurrence was found and mandibular growth was not impaired. A discussion about this type of tumor is presented, based on the current literature.

RESUMO O granuloma eosinofílico é a forma mais comum da Histiocitose das células de Langerhans e que na maioria das vezes é representada por uma lesão osteolítica unilocular podendo acometer crianças e adultos. Trata-se de uma lesão óssea destrutiva caracterizada por presença de um vasto número de eosinófilos e histiócitos, podendo ser localizada ou multifocal. Apresenta maior incidência nas duas primeiras décadas de vida e tende a afetar as regiões de corpo e ângulo mandibular. A sintomatologia e sinais clínicos mais frequentes são dor, edema, ulceração, necrose da gengiva, destruição do osso alveolar, consequentemente mobilidade e perda dentária. As medidas terapêuticas para essa patologia são a curetagem cirúrgica, a irradiação local e a quimioterapia. O objetivo deste trabalho é apresentar um caso clínico de granuloma eosinofílico ocorrido em criança de 9 anos de idade que procurou tratamento devido a um aumento volumétrico em face, mobilidade dentária, queixa dolorosa e presença de úlcera intra-oral no fundo de sulco vestibular da região do ângulo mandibular, lado direito. Exames de imagens bem como biópsia incisional foram realizados. Após o resultado histopatológico da biópsia com confirmação do diagnóstico, a paciente foi submetida ao tratamento cirúrgico por meio de curetagem e instalada placa de reconstrução para evitar fratura patológica. No momento, apresenta acompanhamento pós-operatório de 14 anos sem recidiva da lesão ou comprometimento do crescimento mandibular. Além disso, será apresentada uma discussão do tipo de lesão com base na literatura atual.

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Background: The feline eosinophilic granuloma complex (FEGC) includes a group of lesions that affect the skin, mucocutaneous junctions, and oral cavity of cats. It comprises three distinct clinical entities: the eosinophilic ulcer (EU), theeosinophilic plaque (EP) and the eosinophilic granuloma (EG). The EU is usually found in the upper lip. Lesions of EPoccur most commonly on the abdomen and medial thigh. The EG lesions usually appear on the tongue and hard palate.The aim of this study is to describe the localization and pathological findings of FEGC through a retrospective study andtesting by immunohistochemistry if feline herpesvirus type 1 (FHV-1) infection may be associated.Materials, Methods & Results: The records of biopsy specimens from the Department of Veterinary Pathology of theUniversidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul were recovered and cats diagnosed with FEGC were selected since January2006 to December 2017. General data, such as age, sex, breed and distribution lesions, were analyzed and compiled. Thehistological slides were reviewed by optical microscopy and the microscopic findings were detailed. Sections of tissuewere used in immunohistochemistry to investigate the presence of feline herpesvirus-1 (FHV-1) using anti-FHV-1 antibody. In this study, 30 cats were diagnosed with FEGC. Most part of the cats were mixed breed (27/30), and there wereno sex predisposition. The age of the cats ranged from seven months to 13 years old, and the median was three years. Thelesion distribution of FEGC was 40% in oral cavity, 33.3% in skin and 26.6% in mucocutaneous junction. Histologically,the main lesion of all distributions was characterized by diffuse dermal/submucosa inflammatory infiltrate composed ofeosinophils. Within the inflammation there were large irregular foci of collagen...

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O carcinoma de células escamosas é uma neoplasia maligna que surge a partir das células do epitélio escamoso, consistindo no tipo mais comum de tumor de pele em felinos, onde a radiação solar é o fator contributivo nos gatos de pele clara ou despigmentada, objetivou-se relatar um caso de carcinoma de células escamosas e descrever os aspectos clínicos e patológicos envolvidos na doença. Foi atendida na Clínica Escola de Medicina Veterinária do Centro Universitário Cesmac,Maceió, AL, Brasil, uma gata sem raça definida, com aproximadamente 12 anos de idade, apresentando lesão ulcerativa bilateral no plano nasal. Os sinais clínicos observados foram epistaxe, dificuldades respiratórias e conjuntivite crônica. Os achados citológicos foram compatíveis com granuloma eosinofílico, foi instituído tratamento terapêutico com acetato de metilpredinisolona, no entanto, o animal não apresentou melhora após o tratamento, diante disso, sugere-se que o carcinoma foi mascarado pela reação inflamatória, ou ainda, que o granuloma tenha promovido o carcinoma. O diagnóstico precoce é importante para melhor prognóstico e melhor avaliação dos fatores predispontes do carcinoma de células escamosas em felinos.(AU)

Squamous cell carcinoma is a malignant neoplasm arising from cells of the squamous epithelium, consisting of the most common type of skin tumor in felines, where solar radiation is the contributory factor in cats with light or depigmented skin. to report a case of squamous cell carcinoma and to describe the clinical and pathological aspects involved in the disease. It was attended at the Clinic School of Veterinary Medicine of the Centro Universitário Cesmac, Maceió, AL, Brazil, a cat with no defined breed, approximately 12 years of age, presenting bilateral ulcerative lesion in the nasal plane. The clinical signs observed were epistaxis, respiratory difficulties and chronic conjunctivitis. The cytological findings were compatible with eosinophilic granuloma, therapeutic treatment with methylprednisolone acetate was instituted, however, the animal did not show improvement after the treatment, on the contrary, it is suggested that the carcinoma was masked by the inflammatory reaction, or that the granuloma haspromoted carcinoma. Early diagnosis is important for a better prognosis and better evaluation of the predisposing factors of squamous cell carcinoma in felines.(AU)

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O carcinoma de células escamosas é uma neoplasia maligna que surge a partir das células do epitélio escamoso, consistindo no tipo mais comum de tumor de pele em felinos, onde a radiação solar é o fator contributivo nos gatos de pele clara ou despigmentada, objetivou-se relatar um caso de carcinoma de células escamosas e descrever os aspectos clínicos e patológicos envolvidos na doença. Foi atendida na Clínica Escola de Medicina Veterinária do Centro Universitário Cesmac,Maceió, AL, Brasil, uma gata sem raça definida, com aproximadamente 12 anos de idade, apresentando lesão ulcerativa bilateral no plano nasal. Os sinais clínicos observados foram epistaxe, dificuldades respiratórias e conjuntivite crônica. Os achados citológicos foram compatíveis com granuloma eosinofílico, foi instituído tratamento terapêutico com acetato de metilpredinisolona, no entanto, o animal não apresentou melhora após o tratamento, diante disso, sugere-se que o carcinoma foi mascarado pela reação inflamatória, ou ainda, que o granuloma tenha promovido o carcinoma. O diagnóstico precoce é importante para melhor prognóstico e melhor avaliação dos fatores predispontes do carcinoma de células escamosas em felinos.

Squamous cell carcinoma is a malignant neoplasm arising from cells of the squamous epithelium, consisting of the most common type of skin tumor in felines, where solar radiation is the contributory factor in cats with light or depigmented skin. to report a case of squamous cell carcinoma and to describe the clinical and pathological aspects involved in the disease. It was attended at the Clinic School of Veterinary Medicine of the Centro Universitário Cesmac, Maceió, AL, Brazil, a cat with no defined breed, approximately 12 years of age, presenting bilateral ulcerative lesion in the nasal plane. The clinical signs observed were epistaxis, respiratory difficulties and chronic conjunctivitis. The cytological findings were compatible with eosinophilic granuloma, therapeutic treatment with methylprednisolone acetate was instituted, however, the animal did not show improvement after the treatment, on the contrary, it is suggested that the carcinoma was masked by the inflammatory reaction, or that the granuloma haspromoted carcinoma. Early diagnosis is important for a better prognosis and better evaluation of the predisposing factors of squamous cell carcinoma in felines.

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Background Nummular headache is a rare, recently described topographic headache defined by the circumscribed coin-shaped area of pain. It is classified as a primary headache. There is debate about whether it is due to a peripheral or central disturbance, and its relationship to migraine. Case reports We report two patients with presumed nummular headache secondary to Langerhans cell histiocytosis, both with resolution of their headaches after surgical resection. Conclusion Imaging in patients with clinical features of nummular headache is recommended, as this and other cases highlight that it may be symptomatic. There are no distinguishing clinical features to separate nummular headache from secondary mimics, and treatment of the underlying cause may be curative.

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Abstract: Histiocytoses are rare diseases caused by the proliferation of histiocytes. The pathogenesis remains unknown and the highest incidence occurs in pediatric patients. The clinical presentations can be varied, in multiple organs and systems, and the skin lesions are not always present. Evolution is unpredictable and treatment depends on the extent and severity of the disease. It is described the case of a patient with various neurological symptoms, extensively investigated, who had its was diagnosed with histiocytosis from a single skin lesion. This report highlights the importance of Dermatology in assisting the investigation of difficult cases in medical practice.

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Equine multisystemic eosinophilic epitheliotropic disease (MEED) is a rare disease, characterized by eosinophilia and eosinophilic infiltration of several organs. A 5-year-old horse presented pruritus, areas of alopecia, and moderate eosinophilia. The horse was treated with corticosteroids and antibiotics without substantial improvement; and after the disease progressed to fever, diarrhea, gastric reflux and progressive weight loss. Due to poor prognosis the horse was euthanized. Necropsy revealed poor body condition, multiple to coalescing foci of alopecia, with epidermal ulcerations and crusts on the head and distal parts of the limbs. The proximal duodenum was enlarged, with 3 intraluminal nodules. Histopathological evaluation revealed eosinophilic granulomas in the skin, oral mucosa, duodenum, pancreas, and mesenteric lymph nodes, which were associated with infiltrates of eosinophils, lymphocytes, macrophages, multinucleated giant cells, and occasional plasma cells, along with fibrovascular connective tissue proliferation. MEED should be included in the differential diagnosis of horses with skin lesions concomitant with clinical signs of gastrointestinal illness.

Doença multissistêmica eosinofílica epiteliotrópica (DMEE) dos equinos é uma doença rara que se caracteriza por eosinofilia e infiltrado de eosinófilos em vários órgãos. Um equino com cinco anos de idade apresentou prurido, áreas de alopecia e eosinofilia moderada. O equino foi tratado com corticosteroides e antibióticos sem melhora clínica significativa, com evolução para febre, diarreia, refluxo gástrico e emagrecimento progressivo. Devido ao prognóstico desfavorável, o equino foi eutanasiado. Na necropsia, apresentou condição corporal ruim, áreas multifocais a coalescentes de alopecia, ulceração da epiderme e crostas na cabeça e parte distal dos membros. A região proximal do duodeno estava aumentada de volume e apresentou três nódulos intraluminais. No exame histopatológico foram observados granulomas eosinofílicos associados a infiltrado de eosinófilos, linfócitos, macrófagos, células gigantes multinucleadas, ocasionais plasmócitos e proliferação de tecido conjuntivo fibroso na pele, mucosa oral, duodeno, pâncreas e linfonodos mesentéricos. DMEE deve ser considerada um diagnóstico diferencial em equinos que apresentem concomitantemente lesões cutâneas e sinais de doença gastrointestinal.

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Equine multisystemic eosinophilic epitheliotropic disease (MEED) is a rare disease, characterized by eosinophilia and eosinophilic infiltration of several organs. A 5-year-old horse presented pruritus, areas of alopecia, and moderate eosinophilia. The horse was treated with corticosteroids and antibiotics without substantial improvement; and after the disease progressed to fever, diarrhea, gastric reflux and progressive weight loss. Due to poor prognosis the horse was euthanized. Necropsy revealed poor body condition, multiple to coalescing foci of alopecia, with epidermal ulcerations and crusts on the head and distal parts of the limbs. The proximal duodenum was enlarged, with 3 intraluminal nodules. Histopathological evaluation revealed eosinophilic granulomas in the skin, oral mucosa, duodenum, pancreas, and mesenteric lymph nodes, which were associated with infiltrates of eosinophils, lymphocytes, macrophages, multinucleated giant cells, and occasional plasma cells, along with fibrovascular connective tissue proliferation. MEED should be included in the differential diagnosis of horses with skin lesions concomitant with clinical signs of gastrointestinal illness.(AU)

Doença multissistêmica eosinofílica epiteliotrópica (DMEE) dos equinos é uma doença rara que se caracteriza por eosinofilia e infiltrado de eosinófilos em vários órgãos. Um equino com cinco anos de idade apresentou prurido, áreas de alopecia e eosinofilia moderada. O equino foi tratado com corticosteroides e antibióticos sem melhora clínica significativa, com evolução para febre, diarreia, refluxo gástrico e emagrecimento progressivo. Devido ao prognóstico desfavorável, o equino foi eutanasiado. Na necropsia, apresentou condição corporal ruim, áreas multifocais a coalescentes de alopecia, ulceração da epiderme e crostas na cabeça e parte distal dos membros. A região proximal do duodeno estava aumentada de volume e apresentou três nódulos intraluminais. No exame histopatológico foram observados granulomas eosinofílicos associados a infiltrado de eosinófilos, linfócitos, macrófagos, células gigantes multinucleadas, ocasionais plasmócitos e proliferação de tecido conjuntivo fibroso na pele, mucosa oral, duodeno, pâncreas e linfonodos mesentéricos. DMEE deve ser considerada um diagnóstico diferencial em equinos que apresentem concomitantemente lesões cutâneas e sinais de doença gastrointestinal.(AU)

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ABSTRACT: Equine multisystemic eosinophilic epitheliotropic disease (MEED) is a rare disease, characterized by eosinophilia and eosinophilic infiltration of several organs. A 5-year-old horse presented pruritus, areas of alopecia, and moderate eosinophilia. The horse was treated with corticosteroids and antibiotics without substantial improvement; and after the disease progressed to fever, diarrhea, gastric reflux and progressive weight loss. Due to poor prognosis the horse was euthanized. Necropsy revealed poor body condition, multiple to coalescing foci of alopecia, with epidermal ulcerations and crusts on the head and distal parts of the limbs. The proximal duodenum was enlarged, with 3 intraluminal nodules. Histopathological evaluation revealed eosinophilic granulomas in the skin, oral mucosa, duodenum, pancreas, and mesenteric lymph nodes, which were associated with infiltrates of eosinophils, lymphocytes, macrophages, multinucleated giant cells, and occasional plasma cells, along with fibrovascular connective tissue proliferation. MEED should be included in the differential diagnosis of horses with skin lesions concomitant with clinical signs of gastrointestinal illness.

RESUMO: Doença multissistêmica eosinofílica epiteliotrópica (DMEE) dos equinos é uma doença rara que se caracteriza por eosinofilia e infiltrado de eosinófilos em vários órgãos. Um equino com cinco anos de idade apresentou prurido, áreas de alopecia e eosinofilia moderada. O equino foi tratado com corticosteroides e antibióticos sem melhora clínica significativa, com evolução para febre, diarreia, refluxo gástrico e emagrecimento progressivo. Devido ao prognóstico desfavorável, o equino foi eutanasiado. Na necropsia, apresentou condição corporal ruim, áreas multifocais a coalescentes de alopecia, ulceração da epiderme e crostas na cabeça e parte distal dos membros. A região proximal do duodeno estava aumentada de volume e apresentou três nódulos intraluminais. No exame histopatológico foram observados granulomas eosinofílicos associados a infiltrado de eosinófilos, linfócitos, macrófagos, células gigantes multinucleadas, ocasionais plasmócitos e proliferação de tecido conjuntivo fibroso na pele, mucosa oral, duodeno, pâncreas e linfonodos mesentéricos. DMEE deve ser considerada um diagnóstico diferencial em equinos que apresentem concomitantemente lesões cutâneas e sinais de doença gastrointestinal.

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ABSTRACT: Equine multisystemic eosinophilic epitheliotropic disease (MEED) is a rare disease, characterized by eosinophilia and eosinophilic infiltration of several organs. A 5-year-old horse presented pruritus, areas of alopecia, and moderate eosinophilia. The horse was treated with corticosteroids and antibiotics without substantial improvement; and after the disease progressed to fever, diarrhea, gastric reflux and progressive weight loss. Due to poor prognosis the horse was euthanized. Necropsy revealed poor body condition, multiple to coalescing foci of alopecia, with epidermal ulcerations and crusts on the head and distal parts of the limbs. The proximal duodenum was enlarged, with 3 intraluminal nodules. Histopathological evaluation revealed eosinophilic granulomas in the skin, oral mucosa, duodenum, pancreas, and mesenteric lymph nodes, which were associated with infiltrates of eosinophils, lymphocytes, macrophages, multinucleated giant cells, and occasional plasma cells, along with fibrovascular connective tissue proliferation. MEED should be included in the differential diagnosis of horses with skin lesions concomitant with clinical signs of gastrointestinal illness.

RESUMO: Doença multissistêmica eosinofílica epiteliotrópica (DMEE) dos equinos é uma doença rara que se caracteriza por eosinofilia e infiltrado de eosinófilos em vários órgãos. Um equino com cinco anos de idade apresentou prurido, áreas de alopecia e eosinofilia moderada. O equino foi tratado com corticosteroides e antibióticos sem melhora clínica significativa, com evolução para febre, diarreia, refluxo gástrico e emagrecimento progressivo. Devido ao prognóstico desfavorável, o equino foi eutanasiado. Na necropsia, apresentou condição corporal ruim, áreas multifocais a coalescentes de alopecia, ulceração da epiderme e crostas na cabeça e parte distal dos membros. A região proximal do duodeno estava aumentada de volume e apresentou três nódulos intraluminais. No exame histopatológico foram observados granulomas eosinofílicos associados a infiltrado de eosinófilos, linfócitos, macrófagos, células gigantes multinucleadas, ocasionais plasmócitos e proliferação de tecido conjuntivo fibroso na pele, mucosa oral, duodeno, pâncreas e linfonodos mesentéricos. DMEE deve ser considerada um diagnóstico diferencial em equinos que apresentem concomitantemente lesões cutâneas e sinais de doença gastrointestinal.