Multinucleate Cell Angiohistiocytoma: An Uncommon Mucosal Tumour

Authors

Yeshwant B. Rawal, Marquette UniversityFollow
Kenneth M. Anderson, University of Tennessee Health Science CenterFollow
Swati Y. Rawal, Marquette UniversityFollow

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

4-2009

Publisher

Wiley

Source Publication

Clinical and Experimental Dermatology

Source ISSN

0307-6938

Original Item ID

DOI: 10.1111/j.1365-2230.2008.02939.x

Abstract

Multinucleate cell angiohistiocytoma (MCAH) is an uncommon benign soft-tissue lesion with characteristic histological and immunohistochemical features. It is unclear if it represents a benign neoplasm or a reactive/inflammatory process. The overwhelming majority of these tumors have been described on cutaneous surfaces. One case has been reported on the skin of the lip. This is the first documentation of MCAH within the oral cavity. The clinical presentation, histopathological features and immunohistochemical reactivity pattern are described. Because of the benign nature of this lesion, a conservative approach is recommended in its management. Surgical excision appears to be curative.

Comments

Clinical and Experimental Dermatology, Vol. 34, No. 3 (April 2009): 333-336. DOI.

Yeshwant B. Rawal was affiliated with University of Tennessee at the time of publication.

Recommended Citation

Rawal, Yeshwant B.; Anderson, Kenneth M.; and Rawal, Swati Y., "Multinucleate Cell Angiohistiocytoma: An Uncommon Mucosal Tumour" (2009). School of Dentistry Faculty Research and Publications. 528.
https://epublications.marquette.edu/dentistry_fac/528