Characterization and Management of Epithelioid Hemangioma on the Lip Mucosa: A Case Report
Journal Title: Journal of Dermatology Research - Year 2024, Vol 5, Issue 3
Abstract
Epithelioid Hemangioma (EH) is a rare benign vascular tumor characterized by well-formed blood vessels and epithelioid endothelial cells. Known as Angiolymphoid Hyperplasia with Eosinophilia (ALHE), the World Health Organization does not recommend the use of this term since 2020. Despite its common occurrence in subcutaneous soft tissues of head and neck, cases involving oral mucosa and other extra cutaneous areas are infrequent. This article presents a case of EH in an unusual location and discusses the differential diagnosis with other entities, including Kimura´s Disease (KD). We report the clinical case of a 26 year old man with no significant medical history who presented with a painless increase in volume on the right upper lip, subsequently diagnosed as EH through biopsy and histopathology. The lesion exhibited typical clinical features and a complex histological pattern including epithelioid endothelial cells and an inflammatory infiltrate rich in eosinophils. Diagnosis of EH is challenging due to morphological variability and the need to differentiate it from similar conditions such as KD. Differential diagnosis is crucial, especially in atypical locations. This case shows the importance of histopathology and complementary examinations in diagnosis and the need to consider KD in the differential diagnosis due to its therapeutic and prognostic implications. Therefore, it is concluded that EH, although benign, requires a rigorous diagnostic approach to differentiate it from similar diseases and manage it appropriately. Continuous control is essential due to the potential for recurrence. This case shows the importance of careful differential diagnosis, especially in atypical locations, to optimize management and improve patient outcomes.
Authors and Affiliations
Javiera Guíñez1, Diego Lazo-Pérez2, Rojas-Alcayaga Gonzalo1,3, Iván Gallegos3, Andrea Maturana-Ramírez1,2*
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- DOI https://doi.org/10.46889/JDR.2024.5303
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