This
chapter highlights about diagnostic and management of Kimura's disease, an
unusual cause of chronic neck lymphadenopathy. Kimura’s disease (KD) is a rare
chronic inflammatory disorder of unknown etiology, primarily seen in young
Asian males. The disease is characterized by painless subcutaneous swelling in
head and neck region, accompanied by regional lymphadenopathy and frequent
salivary gland enlargement. Blood and tissue eosinophilia, and elevated
immunoglobulin E (IgE) levels, are common associations. This study present a
case of 20 year old male who presented with nodular swellings in the bilateral
post auricular region. The diagnosis of KD was done based on characteristic
histopathologic finding in conjunction with peripheral eosinophilia. A systematic
multidisciplinary approach is mandatory to rule out the other common causes of
post auricular lymphadenopathy. As a cervicofacial swelling that mimics
malignancy, it is of high importance that otorhinolaryngologists be aware of
this condition to provide early and appropriate treatment. The diagnosis of KD
can be difficult and misleading and patients with this disease are often
evaluated using avoidable procedures by just not being aware of KD.
Author(s) Details:
Chandre Gowda Bendiganahalli Venkate Gowda,
Department of ENT, MVJ Medical College and Research Hospital,
Hoskote, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India.
Madhuri
Gandham,
Department
of ENT, MVJ Medical College and Research Hospital, Hoskote, Bengaluru,
Karnataka, India.
Please see the link here: https://stm.bookpi.org/RUDHR-V1/article/view/13210
Tuesday, 27 February 2024
Kimura's Disease: An Unusual Cause of Chronic Neck Lympadenopathy | Chapter 2 | Recent Updates in Disease and Health Research Vol. 1
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