Case report: Nodular fasciitis of the parotid region

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

Journal of Laryngology and Otology, cilt.125, sa.12, ss.1312-1314, 2011 (SCI-Expanded) identifier identifier

  • Yayın Türü: Makale / Tam Makale
  • Cilt numarası: 125 Sayı: 12
  • Basım Tarihi: 2011
  • Doi Numarası: 10.1017/s0022215111002210
  • Dergi Adı: Journal of Laryngology and Otology
  • Derginin Tarandığı İndeksler: Science Citation Index Expanded (SCI-EXPANDED), Scopus
  • Sayfa Sayıları: ss.1312-1314
  • Anahtar Kelimeler: Fasciitis, Fibroblasts, Neck, Parotid Region
  • Yozgat Bozok Üniversitesi Adresli: Hayır

Özet

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.