Follicular Dendritic Cell Sarcoma: A Case Report and Review of the Literature

Follicular Dendritic Cell Sarcoma of the Stomach: Case Report and Review of the Literature

“…Tissue diagnosis is essential for fdcs; biopsy samples classically demonstrate fusiform ovoid cells in whirling pattern [ Figure 2(A)]. Multiple markers, including CD21, CD35, and CD23, can be used for confirmation 19 [ Figure 2(B)]. Other markers that can stain positive include CD23, vimentin, CD68, S100 protein, fascin, and Ki-M4p, although they lack specificity 20 .…”

Follicular dendritic cell sarcoma with extensive lymph node involvement: A case report

“…In addition, various extranodal sites can also be involved, particularly in the liver, lungs and tonsils (6). The current study presents the second published case of FDCS with extensive lymph node involvement, as to the best of our knowledge, only one case has been reported previously (7). Written informed consent was obtained from the patient's family for the publication of this case report.…”

“…It is uncertain whether the enlargement of the liver and spleen was associated with the FDCS. Choi et al (7) described a case of FDCS with extensive lymph nodes being affected. In that case, the CT scan also revealed mild splenomegaly.…”

Paraneoplastic pemphigus associated with dendritic cell neoplasm and Castleman’s disease: report of a new case and review of the literature

“…Follicular dendritic cell sarcoma generally presents as an asymptomatic, slow growing well circumscribed mass, with a favorable prognosis; but in some cases it can locally invade tissues and even metastasize, most commonly to the liver and lungs, and constitutional symptoms may then be present. Recommended treatment varies from case to case, and may include surgery, radiation therapy, and chemotherapy [5].…”