Case report: Nodular fasciitis of the parotid region

Hidir Y., Arslan H., Gunhan O., Satar B.

Journal of Laryngology and Otology, vol.125, no.12, pp.1312-1314, 2011 (SCI-Expanded) identifier identifier

  • Publication Type: Article / Article
  • Volume: 125 Issue: 12
  • Publication Date: 2011
  • Doi Number: 10.1017/s0022215111002210
  • Journal Name: Journal of Laryngology and Otology
  • Journal Indexes: Science Citation Index Expanded (SCI-EXPANDED), Scopus
  • Page Numbers: pp.1312-1314
  • Keywords: Fasciitis, Fibroblasts, Neck, Parotid Region
  • Yozgat Bozok University Affiliated: No

Abstract

Objective: To demonstrate the clinical and histopathological features of nodular fasciitis in the parotid region.Case report: A 24-year-old man presented with a palpable mass in the superior border of the parotid gland. The mass was firm and immobile, with a smooth surface. Fine needle aspiration cytology revealed proliferating fibroblasts, macrophages and adipocytes among the blood cells. Although a superficial parotidectomy was initially planned, a total excision was performed, as the mass was observed to be located in the periphery of the parotid tissue. Nodular fasciitis was diagnosed, based on the results of immunohistochemical analysis.Conclusion: Nodular fasciitis very rarely occurs in the parotid region. These lesions grow quickly, and may be misdiagnosed as sarcoma. Trauma may play a role in their aetiology. Total excision is adequate as treatment. © 2011 JLO (1984) Limited.