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Manfellotto V, Ferraro GA, Lombardi G, Ronchi A, Franco R, Nicoletti GF, Mataro I. Study of a Subcutaneous Lesion of the Shoulder: The Saint Paolino Tumor. PLASTIC AND RECONSTRUCTIVE SURGERY-GLOBAL OPEN 2024; 12:e5946. [PMID: 38957716 PMCID: PMC11219147 DOI: 10.1097/gox.0000000000005946] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/24/2023] [Accepted: 05/01/2024] [Indexed: 07/04/2024]
Abstract
In certain small counties in southern Italy, traditional Catholic festivals are observed by erecting tall, large, and weighty wagons referred to as "lilies." These wagons are borne on the shoulders of several individuals known as "cradles." This practice has given rise to the emergence of a distinct subcutaneous neoformation on the shoulder. This study investigates the unique clinical and anatomopathological attributes of "Saint Paolino tumor" (named in honor of the Catholic patron of the widely celebrated lilies festival). This tumor presents as a posttraumatic intermittent chronic lesion occurring on the shoulder, necessitating differential diagnosis from other cutaneous and soft tissue lesions such as spontaneous lipomas, elastofibroma, Madelung disease, and liposarcoma.
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- Vincenzo Manfellotto
- From the Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgery Unit, Campania University Vanvitelli, Napoli, Italy
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- From the Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgery Unit, Campania University Vanvitelli, Napoli, Italy
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- Surgery Unit, “Santa Maria della Pietà” Hospital, Nola, Italy
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- Pathology Unit, Mental and Physical Health and Preventive Medicine Department, Campania University Vanvitelli, Napoli, Italy
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- Pathology Unit, Mental and Physical Health and Preventive Medicine Department, Campania University Vanvitelli, Napoli, Italy
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- From the Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgery Unit, Campania University Vanvitelli, Napoli, Italy
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- Burn and Plastic, Reconstructive Unit, “A. Cardarelli” Hospital, Napoli, Italy
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Dean SM. Images in Vascular Medicine: Madelung disease - A rare fat deposition disorder. Vasc Med 2024; 29:352-353. [PMID: 38102933 DOI: 10.1177/1358863x231214475] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/17/2023]
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- Steven M Dean
- Division of Cardiovascular Medicine, The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Columbus, OH, USA
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Lungu M, Oprea VD, Stoleriu G, Ionescu AM, Zaharia AL, Croitoru A, Stan B, Niculet E. Madelung's Disease Evolving to Liposarcoma: An Uncommon Encounter. Life (Basel) 2024; 14:521. [PMID: 38672791 PMCID: PMC11051324 DOI: 10.3390/life14040521] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/16/2024] [Revised: 04/11/2024] [Accepted: 04/13/2024] [Indexed: 04/28/2024] Open
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(1) Background: Madelung's disease-known also as Benign Symmetric Adenolipomatosis (BSA) or Multiple Symmetric Lipomatosis (MSL), is a rare subcutaneous tissue disease characterized by the proliferation of non-encapsulated fat tissue with mature adipocytes. Patients develop symmetrical fatty deposits of varying sizes, (located particularly around the neck, shoulders, upper and middle back, arms, abdomen, and thighs), having clinical, esthetic, and psychiatric repercussions. (2) Methods: We report a case diagnosed with BSA upon admission to the Neurological and Internal Medicine Departments of the Emergency Clinical Hospital of Galati. (3) Results: This patient developed compressive phenomena and liposarcoma with liver metastasis, followed by death shortly after hospital presentation. The histopathology examination confirmed right latero-cervical liposarcoma and round cell hepatic metastasis. The specific metabolic ethiopathogenic mechanism has not been elucidated, but the adipocytes of BSA are different from normal cells in proliferation, hormonal regulation, and mitochondrial activity; a rare mitochondrial gene mutation, together with other interacting genetic or non-genetic factors, have been considered in recent studies. A thorough literature search identified only three cases reporting malignant tumors in BSA patients. (4) Conclusions: The goal of our paper is to present this rare case in the oncogenic synergism of two tumors. In the management of this BSA disorder, possible malignant transformation should be considered, although only scarce evidence was found supporting this.
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- Mihaiela Lungu
- Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy, “Dunarea de Jos” University of Galati, 800008 Galati, Romania (A.L.Z.); (A.C.)
- “St. Ap. Andrei” Clinical County Emergency Hospital, 800579 Galati, Romania
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- Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy, “Dunarea de Jos” University of Galati, 800008 Galati, Romania (A.L.Z.); (A.C.)
- “St. Ap. Andrei” Clinical County Emergency Hospital, 800579 Galati, Romania
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- Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy, “Dunarea de Jos” University of Galati, 800008 Galati, Romania (A.L.Z.); (A.C.)
- “St. Spiridon” Clinical Emergency County Hospital Iasi, 700111 Iasi, Romania
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- Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy, Ovidius University of Constanța, 900470 Constanța, Romania;
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- Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy, “Dunarea de Jos” University of Galati, 800008 Galati, Romania (A.L.Z.); (A.C.)
- “St. Ap. Andrei” Clinical County Emergency Hospital, 800579 Galati, Romania
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- Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy, “Dunarea de Jos” University of Galati, 800008 Galati, Romania (A.L.Z.); (A.C.)
- “St. Ap. Andrei” Clinical County Emergency Hospital, 800579 Galati, Romania
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- Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy, “Dunarea de Jos” University of Galati, 800008 Galati, Romania (A.L.Z.); (A.C.)
- “St. Ap. Andrei” Clinical County Emergency Hospital, 800579 Galati, Romania
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- Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy, “Dunarea de Jos” University of Galati, 800008 Galati, Romania (A.L.Z.); (A.C.)
- “St. Ap. Andrei” Clinical County Emergency Hospital, 800579 Galati, Romania
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Frąk W, Gocel O, Sieniawski K, Sieniawska J, Włodarczyk M, Dziki L. Multiple symmetrical lipomatosis: A literature review and case report of a patient with Madelung's disease. POLISH JOURNAL OF SURGERY 2023; 96:130-134. [PMID: 38348992 DOI: 10.5604/01.3001.0053.5997] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/15/2024]
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<b><br>Introduction:</b> Madelung's disease is a rare condition characterised by the symmetric growth of fatty tumours (lipomas) around the neck, shoulders, upper arms and trunk.</br> <b><br>Case report:</b> We present a description of a male patient with extensive adipose tissue overgrowth around the neck. Once the possibility of malignancy was excluded, the patient's history and clinical and radiological findings led to the diagnosis of Madelung's disease. A two-stage surgery was planned and the patient underwent lipectomy of the lipomas around the neck.</br> <b><br>Conclusions:</b> This article analyses the clinical data with Madelung's disease; discusses its aetiology, clinical manifestations, diagnosis and treatment methods; and provides help with clinical diagnosis and treatment.</br>.
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- Weronika Frąk
- Department of General and Oncological Surgery, Medical University of Lodz, Poland
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- Department of General and Oncological Surgery, Medical University of Lodz, Poland
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- Department of General and Oncological Surgery, Medical University of Lodz, Poland
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- Department of Dermatology, Pediatric Dermatology and Oncology Clinic, Medical University of Lodz, Poland
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- Department of General and Oncological Surgery, Medical University of Lodz, Poland
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- Department of General and Oncological Surgery, Medical University of Lodz, Poland
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Tan R, Pai P. Multiple symmetric lipomatosis with chronic kidney disease and tophi. Oxf Med Case Reports 2023; 2023:omad113. [PMID: 37881272 PMCID: PMC10597607 DOI: 10.1093/omcr/omad113] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/13/2023] [Revised: 08/10/2023] [Accepted: 09/07/2023] [Indexed: 10/27/2023] Open
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- Ruqi Tan
- Department of Medicine, The University of Hong Kong-Shenzhen Hospital, Shenzhen, P.R. China
- Clinical Medical Research Center, The Second Clinical Medical College of Jinan University, Shenzhen, P.R. China
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- Department of Medicine, The University of Hong Kong-Shenzhen Hospital, Shenzhen, P.R. China
- Department of Medicine, University of Hong Kong Faculty of Medicine, Pokfulam, Hong Kong
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Lee BH, Lee YM, Park SO, Chang LS, Kim YH. A Case Report of Madelung's Disease. Arch Plast Surg 2023; 50:463-467. [PMID: 37808325 PMCID: PMC10556315 DOI: 10.1055/a-2122-6121] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/26/2023] [Accepted: 06/30/2023] [Indexed: 10/10/2023] Open
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Madelung's disease (MD) is a rare disease characterized by diffuse, nonencapsulated, multiple fat masses in different areas of the body. In this case report, we present a case of MD in Asia and its management. A 66-year-old man with a history of hypertension presented with massive growth of soft tissue around the neck, breasts, upper back, and lower abdomen. Preoperative magnetic resonance imaging revealed remarkably hypertrophic fat tissue around the neck and anterior chest was wall, which consistent with the diagnosis of MD. Multiple linear incisions were made on the neck and 763, 186, 635 g of posterior, right, and left fat tissues were excised, respectively. A single wide, transverse incision was done to excise 1,072 g of fat from the upper back. Masses of both breasts were excised, preserving the inferior pedicle, weighing 1,086 (right) and 1,164 g (left). The recovery was optimal and the patient was discharged without complications. In this case, we excised the adipose masses as much as possible and improved contour and symmetry. However, the fat infiltrations in the patient were diffusely distributed, making total fat excision difficult. This rare case report may help in managing patients with MD.
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- Bo Hyun Lee
- Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, College of Medicine, Hanyang University, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, College of Medicine, Hanyang University, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, College of Medicine, Hanyang University, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, College of Medicine, Hanyang University, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, College of Medicine, Hanyang University, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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Şükün A, Demirci MF, Akbay E. Type 1C Multiple Symmetrical Lipomatosis: A Cause of Misdiagnosis in Females. Cureus 2023; 15:e40970. [PMID: 37503462 PMCID: PMC10370365 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.40970] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 06/22/2023] [Indexed: 07/29/2023] Open
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Multiple symmetrical lipomatosis (MSL) is a disease that causes symmetrical fat deposits in the neck, shoulders, and upper trunk. It is more common in the neck area in men who consume alcohol. The male-to-female ratio varies from 15:1 to 30:1. Madelung's disease has been reported in a small number of female patients who do not consume alcohol. Pseudoathletic appearance (MSL type 1C) is rare and causes misdiagnosis. We would like to present a 50-year-old woman with an athletic appearance who had fat deposits on her shoulders and upper chest. After excluding obesity and Cushing's syndrome, which were initially considered, we aimed to remind people of this entity that causes symmetrical fat deposits in the upper trunk in females.
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- Abdullah Şükün
- Department of Radiology, Başkent University Alanya Research and Application Center, Antalya, TUR
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Başkent University Alanya Research and Application Center, Antalya, TUR
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- Department of Cardiology, Başkent University Alanya Research and Application Center, Antalya, TUR
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Hirunpat P, Panyaping T, Charoensri A, Sanpote J, Hirunpat S. Prevertebral fat in Madelung disease mimicking cervical spine injury: A case report. Neuroradiol J 2023; 36:241-244. [PMID: 36134606 PMCID: PMC10034701 DOI: 10.1177/19714009221128660] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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Madelung disease is defined by multiple symmetric fatty accumulations, usually involving the upper trunk, and may sometimes have excessive fat deposition in the prevertebral space. On magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), findings of fat that are hyperintense on T1w and T2w images, may simulate subacute hematoma and mimic cervical spine injury. This is the first reported case of Madelung disease with prevertebral fat deposition mimicking prevertebral hematoma found in cervical spine injury on MRI. Fat suppression techniques are helpful in order to differentiate between these two conditions, which should be taken into consideration during routine clinical practice.
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- Pornrujee Hirunpat
- Department of Radiology, Chakri
Naruebodindra Medical Institute, Mahidol University, Samut Prakan, Thailand
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- Department of Radiology, Ramathibodi
Hospital, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Chakri
Naruebodindra Medical Institute, Mahidol University, Samut Prakan, Thailand
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- Department of Surgery, Chakri Naruebodindra
Medical Institute, Mahidol University, Samut Prakan, Thailand
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- Department of Radiology, Songklanagarind
Hospital, Prince of Songkla University, Hat Yai, Thailand
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Yu H, Li H, Ye P, Wu M. Surgical Treatment of Madelung’s Disease: Case Report and Literature Review. Indian J Surg 2022. [DOI: 10.1007/s12262-022-03616-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Nerlich AG, Perciaccante A, Donell ST, Bianucci R. Madelung's disease in a rare 14th century Franco-Flemish woolen tapestry. Lancet Diabetes Endocrinol 2022; 10:619-620. [PMID: 35850131 DOI: 10.1016/s2213-8587(22)00213-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/25/2022] [Accepted: 07/08/2022] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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- Andreas G Nerlich
- Institute of Pathology, Academic Clinic Munich-Bogenhausen, Munich, Germany
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- Azienda Sanitaria Universitaria Giuliano Isontina, Department of Medicine, "San Giovanni di Dio" Hospital, Gorizia, Italy; Laboratoire Anthropologie Archéologie Biologie, Université Paris-Saclay, UVSQ UFR des Sciences de la Santé, Montigny-le-Bretonneux, France
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- Norwich Medical School, University of East Anglia, Norwich, UK
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- Laboratoire Anthropologie Archéologie Biologie, Université Paris-Saclay, UVSQ UFR des Sciences de la Santé, Montigny-le-Bretonneux, France; Dipartimento di Culture e Società, Università di Palermo, Palermo, Italy; The Ronin Institute, Montclair, NJ 07043, USA.
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Liu Q, Lee JH. Invited Response on: "In Reference to Madelung Disease Epidemiology and Clinical Characteristics-A Systemic Review". Aesthetic Plast Surg 2022; 46:566-567. [PMID: 34173030 DOI: 10.1007/s00266-021-02429-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/10/2021] [Accepted: 06/13/2021] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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- Quanzhe Liu
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, College of Medicine, Seoul National University, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, College of Medicine, Seoul National University, Seoul, Korea.
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Seoul Metropolitan Government - Seoul National University Boramae Medical Center, 20 Boramaero 5-gil, Dongjak-gu, Seoul, 07061, Korea.
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Mayo-Yáñez M, Cabrera-Sarmiento JA, López-Eiroa A, González-Poggioli N. In Reference to Madelung Disease Epidemiology and Clinical Characteristics: A Systemic Review. Aesthetic Plast Surg 2022; 46:563-565. [PMID: 34145476 DOI: 10.1007/s00266-021-02420-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/07/2021] [Accepted: 06/08/2021] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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Li R, Wang C, Bu Q, Pu W, Zhou B, Che L, Zhang H, Xu Y, Luan H. Madelung's Disease: Analysis of Clinical Characteristics, Fatty Mass Distribution, Comorbidities and Treatment of 54 Patients in China. Diabetes Metab Syndr Obes 2022; 15:2365-2375. [PMID: 35966829 PMCID: PMC9364939 DOI: 10.2147/dmso.s363836] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/03/2022] [Accepted: 07/26/2022] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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PURPOSE Madelung's disease (MD) is a rare disease characterized by the deposition of unencapsulated fat masses on the face, neck, chest, back and other areas of patients. The aim of the study was to analyze the clinical characteristics, comorbidities and treatment of MD in Chinese populations. PATIENTS AND METHODS We retrospectively reviewed the medical records of 54 patients who were diagnosed with MD at the Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University and Qingdao Municipal Hospital from January 2005 to February 2021 and collected the subjects' demographic information, clinical indicators, location of fat deposits, treatment, complications and prognostic data. RESULTS Among 54 MD patients in the study, only 1 (1.85%) was female, and the subjects had an average age of 56.65 ± 7.93 years. More than 70% of patients had a history of long-term smoking or/and alcohol abuse. In our study, type I accounted for approximately 61.11% of cases according to Donhauser's classification, and almost all patients had neck fat deposition. MD patients often have multiple comorbidities across several systems, such as the endocrine, digestive, circulatory, urinary, and neurological systems. Among these, endocrine system diseases were the most common comorbidities in our study, accounting for 81.48%. Notably, up to 20.37% of cases were complicated with cancer, especially digestive system tumors. More than 70% of the patients received surgical treatment, and nearly 40% experienced postoperative recurrence. CONCLUSION Considering that MD patients often have comorbidities of multiple systems and that a small number of cases are even complicated by cancer, we recommend that clinicians comprehensively assess a patient's condition and complications, advocate that patients quit consuming alcohol and smoking as soon as possible, establish healthy dietary and living habits, and formulate individualized and comprehensive diagnosis and treatment plans.
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- Runze Li
- Department of Medicine, Qingdao University, Qingdao, People’s Republic of China
- Department of Endocrine, Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University, Qingdao, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Qingdao Municipal Hospital, Qingdao, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Nephrology, Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University, Qingdao, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Nephrology, Baoshan People’s Hospital, Baoshan, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Nephrology, Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University, Qingdao, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Nephrology, Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University, Qingdao, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Nephrology, Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University, Qingdao, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Nephrology, Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University, Qingdao, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Nephrology, Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University, Qingdao, People’s Republic of China
- Correspondence: Hong Luan, Department of Nephrology, Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University, 16 Jiangsu Road, Qingdao, 266003, People’s Republic of China, Tel +86 18661803208, Fax +86 532-82911601, Email
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Lemaitre M, Chevalier B, Jannin A, Bourry J, Espiard S, Vantyghem MC. Multiple symmetric and multiple familial lipomatosis. Presse Med 2021; 50:104077. [PMID: 34687914 DOI: 10.1016/j.lpm.2021.104077] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/23/2021] [Revised: 08/20/2021] [Accepted: 10/12/2021] [Indexed: 01/18/2023] Open
Abstract
Lipomas are the most common soft tissue tumors and are malignant in only 1% of cases. Lipomatosis is defined as the presence of multiple benign lipomas on the body, without lipoatrophy. Their impact on quality of life is significant. Different entities have been described such as symmetrical multiple lipomatosis (MSL), also called Madelung's disease and familial multiple lipomatosis (FML). MSL occurs preferentially in men (but also women) who are alcohol abuser. There are different subtypes of the disease, the most classic of which affects the upper body and the nuchal region with a buffalo hump appearance. A metabolic component with obesity is frequent. In contrast to Dercum's disease, there is no pain. SAOS, complications of the metabolic syndrome and of alcohol abuse including cancers, may be associated and should be screened. FML has been little described in the literature since Brodie's first report in 1846. FML occurs preferentially in the third decade but equally in women and men. Its autosomal dominant component is classically accepted with variable penetrance within the same family. Association with naevi, angiomas, polyneuropathies and with gastrointestinal comorbidities has been reported. Interestingly, and in contrast with most lipodystrophy disorders, the patients show an insulin sensitivity profile. A better understanding of the underlying pathophysiological mechanisms would open up avenues on therapeutic research, since treatments are only symptomatic to date.
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- Madleen Lemaitre
- CHU Lille, Endocrinology, Diabetology and Metabolism, F-59000 Lille, France; Univ. Lille, F-59000 Lille, France.
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- CHU Lille, Endocrinology, Diabetology and Metabolism, F-59000 Lille, France; Univ. Lille, F-59000 Lille, France
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- CHU Lille, Endocrinology, Diabetology and Metabolism, F-59000 Lille, France; Univ. Lille, F-59000 Lille, France
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- CHU Lille, Endocrinology, Diabetology and Metabolism, F-59000 Lille, France; Univ. Lille, F-59000 Lille, France
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- CHU Lille, Endocrinology, Diabetology and Metabolism, F-59000 Lille, France; Inserm U1190, F-59000 Lille, France; Univ. Lille, F-59000 Lille, France
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- CHU Lille, Endocrinology, Diabetology and Metabolism, F-59000 Lille, France; Inserm U1190, F-59000 Lille, France; Univ. Lille, F-59000 Lille, France.
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