Benign Fibrous Histiocytoma of the Lung: A Case Report
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Histiocytoma, Benign Fibrous, Lung NeoplasmsAbstract
A fibrous histiocytoma is a benign tumoral lesion generally localized in the dermis or the superficial subcutaneous tissue. Fibrous histiocytoma of the lung is a very rare tumor, with only a few cases in the literature. We present a case of a 48-year-old man, asymptomatic, with a solitary pulmonary nodule with a high metabolism in PET/TC. Given the location and suspicious hypermetabolism in PET/TC, the patient underwent a wedge resection, with pathological examination concluding on a primary benign fibrous histiocytoma of the lung.
Fibrous histiocytoma of the lung can be a difficult diagnosis, with a non-specific clinical history as well as radiologic findings.
Hence, histopathological examination remains vital in establishing a definitive diagnosis. Prognosis is generally excellent, as these tumors usually have low recurrence rates after complete excision.
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