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Watanabe K, Yamamoto M, Matsubayashi T. Unilateral gluteal myositis as a unique presentation in mesenteric Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease. Mod Rheumatol Case Rep 2024; 8:357-360. [PMID: 38128073 DOI: 10.1093/mrcr/rxad068] [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] [Received: 09/14/2023] [Revised: 10/19/2023] [Accepted: 11/30/2023] [Indexed: 12/23/2023]
Abstract
Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease (KFD) is a self-limiting disease, characterised by fever and cervical lymphadenopathy. Lymphadenopathy without cervical lymph node involvement is rare and may mimic lymphoma. Although KFD can be associated with extranodal involvement, muscle involvement has not been reported. Herein, we report a novel case of unilateral gluteal myositis associated with mesenteric KFD in a patient who presented with persistent fever and right hip pain. Radiological imaging revealed an inflammatory lesion on the right gluteal muscle and multiple enlarged abdominal lymph nodes. No cervical lymphadenopathy was observed. A mesenteric lymph node biopsy was performed, and the histopathological findings led to a diagnosis of KFD. By day 29, the patient's body temperature gradually returned to normal without any therapeutic intervention. Follow-up radiological imaging showed resolution of the gluteal lesion and a significant decrease in abdominal lymph node size. Considering the clinical course, the unilateral myositis may have developed as an extranodal involvement of KFD. Even if the clinical findings appear unrelated to those of KFD, a differential diagnosis that includes KFD should be considered in patients with unknown origin of fever.
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- Kazuhisa Watanabe
- Department of Pediatrics, Seirei Hamamatsu General Hospital, Shizuoka, Japan
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- Department of Pediatrics, Seirei Hamamatsu General Hospital, Shizuoka, Japan
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Asad M, Mehta AR, Mallon D. A Rare Neurological Presentation of Kikuchi-Fujimoto Disease. JAMA Neurol 2024; 81:773-774. [PMID: 38619846 DOI: 10.1001/jamaneurol.2024.0799] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 04/16/2024]
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This case report describes a 17-year-old boy with reduced consciousness and T2-weighted hyperintensity, focal diffusion restriction, and microhemorrhages within the deep gray nuclei and surrounding white matter.
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- Murva Asad
- National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery, Queen Square, London, United Kingdom
- University College London Queen Square Institute of Neurology, Queen Square, London, United Kingdom
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- National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery, Queen Square, London, United Kingdom
- Oxford University Hospitals National Health Service Foundation Trust, Oxford, United Kingdom
- Medical Research Council Protein Phosphorylation and Ubiquitylation Unit, School of Life Sciences, University of Dundee, Dundee, United Kingdom
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- University College London Queen Square Institute of Neurology, Queen Square, London, United Kingdom
- Lysholm Department of Neuroradiology, National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery, Queen Square, London, United Kingdom
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Kelleher EF, Ali HM, Tiedt KA, Chen LP. A Rare Case of Cervical Lymphadenopathy and Weight Loss. Clin Pediatr (Phila) 2024:99228241260773. [PMID: 38872303 DOI: 10.1177/00099228241260773] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/15/2024]
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- Erin F Kelleher
- Department of Pediatrics, University of Wisconsin Health, Madison, WI, USA
- Department of Pediatrics, School of Medicine and Public Health, University of Wisconsin-Madison, Madison, WI, USA
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- Department of Pediatrics, School of Medicine and Public Health, University of Wisconsin-Madison, Madison, WI, USA
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- Department of Pediatrics, School of Medicine and Public Health, University of Wisconsin-Madison, Madison, WI, USA
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- Department of Pediatrics, School of Medicine and Public Health, University of Wisconsin-Madison, Madison, WI, USA
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Razak AA, Shanmugasundaram S. Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease, a rare benign disease with atypical histomorphology: more than meets the eye. Pathology 2024; 56:382-390. [PMID: 38296677 DOI: 10.1016/j.pathol.2023.10.017] [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] [Received: 06/08/2023] [Revised: 10/03/2023] [Accepted: 10/18/2023] [Indexed: 02/02/2024]
Abstract
Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease (KFD) is a benign self-limiting condition primarily affecting young females. It usually presents with fever and cervical lymphadenopathy of unknown aetiology with a preponderance of the Asian population. Histopathology is critical in making an accurate diagnosis. While the typical microscopic features include paracortical necrosis with debris, histiocytosis with immunoblasts, and absent neutrophils, rarely, KFD can show atypical features like marked immunoblastic proliferation mimicking lymphoma, demonstrate vasculitis mimicking lupus erythematosus, etc. The diagnosis is extremely challenging if such features occur in cases with generalised lymphadenopathy, which is infrequent in KFD. The study aims to describe the morphological, clinical, and immunohistochemical features of KFD and determine the frequency of the atypical features. We also analysed the subtle histological and immunohistochemical features that aid in the diagnosis of atypical cases. Cases reported as KFD over a period of 6 years were retrieved from the archives of histopathology. The morphological features were categorised as typical and atypical. In the atypical cases, the features that aided in the correct diagnosis of KFD were analysed. Out of the 42 cases evaluated, 23.9% (n=10) had generalised lymphadenopathy; 57.2% (n=24) were women with a median age of 25 years. Leukopenia was observed in 42% (n=13) of patients. Typical features were present in 76.2% (n=32) cases and 23.8% (n=10) presented with atypical features. Eight cases were antinuclear antibody-positive. Atypical features included five (50%) cases with vasculitis and panniculitis, and three (30%) cases with large, atypical cells for which immunohistochemistry (IHC) was performed. In two of these cases, the patent sinuses, absence of neutrophils, and IHC with CD68 aided the diagnosis. There is an overlap of clinical and histopathological features between KFD and malignant lymphomas and systemic lupus erythematosus. Given the fact that the atypical features (23.8%) are not rare occurrences in KFD, correlations with clinical findings and ancillary studies are essential to avoid misdiagnosis and inadvertent therapy.
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- Ahlam Abdul Razak
- Department of Pathology, PSG Institute of Medical Sciences and Research, Coimbatore, India
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Yu RB, Chen YJ, Chang CH, Chen YL, Chen JW. Kikuchi-Fujimoto Disease Associated With Mycoplasma Pneumoniae Infection. EAR, NOSE & THROAT JOURNAL 2024; 103:NP223-NP225. [PMID: 34605286 DOI: 10.1177/01455613211044225] [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: 11/15/2022] Open
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Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease (KFD) is a self-limited disease that is more common in young Asian women. Typical presentations included fever and cervical lymphadenopathy. The etiology of KFD is unknown, and diagnosis is based mainly on lymph node biopsy. KFD has been reported to be associated with Mycoplasma pneumoniae infection. However, the role of antibiotic treatment is unclear. We reported 2 cases of KFD associated with Mycoplasma pneumoniae infection and were successfully treated with a macrolide.
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- Rui-Bin Yu
- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Catholic Cardinal Tien Hospital, New Taipei City, Taiwan ROC
- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, National Taiwan University Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan ROC
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Catholic Cardinal Tien Hospital, New Taipei City, Taiwan ROC
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Catholic Cardinal Tien Hospital, New Taipei City, Taiwan ROC
- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, National Taiwan University Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan ROC
- School of Medicine, Fu-Jen Catholic University, New Taipei City, Taiwan ROC
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- School of Medicine, Fu-Jen Catholic University, New Taipei City, Taiwan ROC
- Department of Pathology, Catholic Cardinal Tien Hospital, New Taipei City, Taiwan ROC
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Catholic Cardinal Tien Hospital, New Taipei City, Taiwan ROC
- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, National Taiwan University Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan ROC
- School of Medicine, Fu-Jen Catholic University, New Taipei City, Taiwan ROC
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Sandakly N, El Koubayati G, Sarkis J, Naderi S, Sebaaly D, Haddad F. Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease associated with a flare-up of a leukocytoclastic vasculitis: A rare case report and review of literature. Medicine (Baltimore) 2024; 103:e37626. [PMID: 38552071 PMCID: PMC10977597 DOI: 10.1097/md.0000000000037626] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/18/2023] [Accepted: 02/26/2024] [Indexed: 04/02/2024] Open
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RATIONALE Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease (KFD) also known as histiocytic necrotizing lymphadenopathy is an exceedingly rare cause of cervical lymphadenopathy, commonly accompanied by systemic symptoms such as fever, fatigue, night sweats, myalgia, skin rash. PATIENT CONCERNS In this paper, we report the case of a 22-year-old female patient who experienced a flare-up of leukocytoclastic vasculitis that was complicated by the appearance of a cervical lymph node with dysphagia, fever and nausea. DIAGNOSIS Infectious and autoimmune workup came back negative. INTERVENTIONS Excisional lymph node biopsy was done and the pathology results were consistent with histiocytic necrotizing lymphadenitis in keeping with Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease. OUTCOMES Patient improved on intravenous corticosteroids and was discharged on per os prednisone. Six month follow-up shows complete resolution of her symptoms. LESSONS KFD should be ruled out in patients with autoimmune or inflammatory diseases who develop lymphadenopathies.
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- Nicolas Sandakly
- Faculty of Medical Sciences, Lebanese University, Hadath Campus, Hadath, Lebanon
- Department of Internal Medicine, Lebanese Hospital Geitaoui University Medical Center, Beirut, Lebanon
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- Faculty of Medical Sciences, Lebanese University, Hadath Campus, Hadath, Lebanon
- Department of Internal Medicine, Lebanese Hospital Geitaoui University Medical Center, Beirut, Lebanon
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- Faculty of Medical Sciences, Lebanese University, Hadath Campus, Hadath, Lebanon
- Department of Internal Medicine, Lebanese Hospital Geitaoui University Medical Center, Beirut, Lebanon
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- Department of Pathology, Lebanese Hospital Geitaoui University Medical Center, Beirut, Lebanon
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- Faculty of Medical Sciences, Lebanese University, Hadath Campus, Hadath, Lebanon
- Department of Pathology, Lebanese Hospital Geitaoui University Medical Center, Beirut, Lebanon
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Lebanese Hospital Geitaoui University Medical Center, Beirut, Lebanon
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Yu JL, Li Z, Zhang B, Huang YN, Zhao TY. Case report: Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease: unveiling a case of recurrent fever and enlarged cervical lymph nodes in a young female patient with a literature review of the immune mechanism. Front Immunol 2024; 14:1279592. [PMID: 38313434 PMCID: PMC10837848 DOI: 10.3389/fimmu.2023.1279592] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/24/2023] [Accepted: 12/27/2023] [Indexed: 02/06/2024] Open
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The inflammatory response to viral infection is an important component of the antiviral response, a process that involves the activation and proliferation of CD8+ T, CD4+ T, and dendritic cells; thus, viral infection disrupts the immune homeostasis of the organism, leading to an increased release of inflammatory factors. Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease (KFD) is an inflammatory self-limited disorder of unknown etiology, and it is generally believed that the pathogenesis of this disease includes two aspects: viral infection and autoimmune response. Various immune cells, such as CD8+ T lymphocytes, CD4+ T lymphocytes, and CD123+ plasmacytoid dendritic cells, as well as the cytokines they induce and secrete, such as interferons, interleukins, and tumor necrosis factors, play a crucial role in the pathogenesis of KFD. In this article, we present a case study of a young female patient from China who exhibited typical symptoms of lymph node inflammation and fever. The diagnosis of KFD was confirmed through a lymph node biopsy. She presented with elevated ESR, IL-6, and IFN-γ. Viral markers showed elevated IgG and IgM of cytomegalovirus (CMV) and elevated IgG of Epstein-Barr virus (EBV), while changes occurred in the CD4+ T and CD8+ T cell counts. Eventually, the patient achieved disease relief through steroid treatment. Based on these findings, we conducted a comprehensive review of the involvement of viral infection-induced inflammatory response processes and autoimmunity in the pathogenesis of Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease.
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- Jia-Li Yu
- Department of Gastroenterology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Dalian Medical University, Dalian, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Dalian Medical University, Dalian, China
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- Department of Pathology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Dalian Medical University, Dalian, China
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- Department of Infectious Disease, The First Affiliated Hospital of Dalian Medical University, Dalian, China
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- Department of Infectious Disease, The First Affiliated Hospital of Dalian Medical University, Dalian, China
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Anini EM, AlBaik TM, Ibrahim AT, AbuKaresh NA, Albandak M, Alshalaldeh R, Natsheh M, Abunejma FM. Kikuchi-Fujimoto Disease: A Case Report of Prolonged Fever and Lymphadenopathy in a Young Girl. J Investig Med High Impact Case Rep 2024; 12:23247096241246618. [PMID: 38605558 PMCID: PMC11010749 DOI: 10.1177/23247096241246618] [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] [Received: 01/04/2024] [Revised: 02/13/2024] [Accepted: 03/22/2024] [Indexed: 04/13/2024] Open
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Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease (KFD) is a benign and self-limited disorder that usually presents with regional cervical lymphadenopathy and fever. We report a case of a 12-year-old female who complained of fever, night sweating, significant weight loss, and tender right cervical lymph node enlargement for 2 months. A full workup including laboratory tests and imaging studies, an excisional biopsy, and histopathological analysis were done, and the diagnosis of KFD was confirmed. The patient was treated with analgesia and oral prednisolone, resulting in good improvement. A high degree of clinical suspicion is imperative for physicians, given the rarity of the disease and the associated diagnostic challenges.
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Brown MP, Scott AR. Tender Cervical Lymphadenopathy in a Pediatric Patient. JAMA Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg 2024; 150:77-78. [PMID: 37971753 DOI: 10.1001/jamaoto.2023.3669] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/19/2023]
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An 11-year-old boy presented with enlarged and tender cervical lymph nodes that showed areas of central hypodensity and necrosis with histiocytes and an absence of neutrophils. What is your diagnosis?
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- Morgan P Brown
- University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine, Biddeford, Maine
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Tufts Medical Center, Boston, Massachusetts
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Hadano Y, Matsumoto T. Non-infectious diseases in infectious disease consultation: A descriptive study in a tertiary care teaching hospital. PLoS One 2023; 18:e0295708. [PMID: 38064467 PMCID: PMC10707697 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0295708] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/01/2023] [Accepted: 11/23/2023] [Indexed: 12/18/2023] Open
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In this retrospective study, we aimed to investigate the frequency, trend, and nature of non-infectious diseases (non-IDs) as the final diagnosis for patients during an infectious disease (ID) consultation in an acute care hospital in Japan. This study included adult inpatients who underwent ID consultations between October 2016 and March 2018. The demographic data, clinical manifestations, and final non-ID diagnoses of cases were explored. Among the 502 patients who underwent ID consultations, 45 (9.0%) were diagnosed with non-IDs. The most common diagnoses were tumors (22.2%, n = 10), connective tissue and collagen vascular diseases (13.3%, n = 6), other inflammatory diseases (8.9%, n = 4), and drug-induced fever (8.9%, n = 4). Multiple logistic regression analysis showed that the presence of consultations for diagnosis (odds ratio [OR], 22.0; 95% confidence interval [CI], 10.1-48.2; p<0.01), consultations from the internal medicine department (OR, 2.5; 95% CI, 1.2-5.2; p = 0.02), and non-bacteremia cases (OR, 5.2; 95% CI, 1.4-19.3; p = 0.01) were independently associated with diagnosed non-IDs. Non-IDs after ID consultations were mainly tumor-related, inflammatory diseases, and drug fever. The presence of consultations for diagnosis, consultations from the internal medicine department and non-bacteremia cases were related to non-IDs among ID consultations. Further research is needed to explore the frequency and pattern of non-IDs to improve the quality of ID consultations in daily practice.
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- Yoshiro Hadano
- Division of Infection Control and Prevention, Shimane University Hospital, Izumo Shimane, Japan
- Department of Infectious Diseases, St. Mary’s Hospital, Kurume, Japan
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Yamaguchi H, Hagino N. Heliotrope rash and puffy fingers due to Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease. Joint Bone Spine 2023; 90:105606. [PMID: 37414136 DOI: 10.1016/j.jbspin.2023.105606] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/01/2023] [Revised: 06/21/2023] [Accepted: 06/23/2023] [Indexed: 07/08/2023]
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- Hiroyuki Yamaguchi
- Department of Rheumatology, Teikyo University Chiba Medical Center, Chiba, Japan.
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- Department of Rheumatology, Teikyo University Chiba Medical Center, Chiba, Japan
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Isoda A, Tahara K, Ide M. Kikuchi-Fujimoto Disease in Human Leukocyte Antigen Partially Matched Siblings: A Case Study of Familial Susceptibility. Cureus 2023; 15:e51010. [PMID: 38264372 PMCID: PMC10803893 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.51010] [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: 12/23/2023] [Indexed: 01/25/2024] Open
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Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease (KFD) is a rare and self-limiting disorder that predominantly affects young individuals of Asian descent. This case report describes familial KFD in partially human leukocyte antigen (HLA)-matched siblings. An adolescent male presented with cervical lymphadenopathy and elevated lactate dehydrogenase (LDH) levels, diagnosed by biopsy as KFD; approximately one year later, his sister presented with similar symptoms. Both siblings were found to carry the HLA-DPB1*0202 allele, which is commonly associated with KFD. These cases highlight a genetic component in KFD and encourage further genetic research to delineate the pathogenesis of the disease.
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- Atsushi Isoda
- Department of Hematology, Iryohojin Hoshiiin, Maebashi, JPN
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- Department of Hematology, Maebashi Red Cross Hospital, Maebashi, JPN
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- Department of Pathology, Maebashi Red Cross Hospital, Maebashi, JPN
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Munasinghe KVP, Karunarathne MAVMU, Sandamali JAS, Munidasa D. A Case Report of Kikuchi Fujimoto Disease as an Antecedent Illness of Systemic Lupus Erythematosus in a Male. Cureus 2023; 15:e49693. [PMID: 38161859 PMCID: PMC10757214 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.49693] [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: 11/30/2023] [Indexed: 01/03/2024] Open
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Kikuchi Fujimoto disease (KFD) is a rare benign self-limiting condition described in young females characterized by lymphadenopathy and fever. It has been associated with several infective and autoimmune diseases, among which systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is relatively common. Kikuchi disease could occur either as a proceeding illness or as a coexisting illness with SLE. The presence of necrotizing lymphadenitis is appreciated in the histological specimen to confirm the diagnosis. Anti-nuclear antibody (ANA) positivity implicates a possible correlation with SLE or recurrence of the pre-existing disease. This clinical presentation needs to be evaluated thoroughly to prevent misdiagnosis and inappropriate treatment. Although Kikuchi disease generally warrants supportive treatment, steroids and immune therapy play a role in treating this persistent and recurrent disease. Long-term surveillance is mandatory for the early detection of sinister pathologies.
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- Rheumatology, Rheumatology and Rehabilitation hospital, Ragama, Ragama, LKA
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- Rheumatology, Rheumatology and Rehabilitation Hospital, Ragama, LKA
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Yousefi M, Rukerd MRZ, Binafar H, Shoaie S, Mirkamali H, Pourzand P, Kaveh R. The co-occurrence of Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease and systemic lupus erythematosus: a case report. J Med Case Rep 2023; 17:448. [PMID: 37884991 PMCID: PMC10605312 DOI: 10.1186/s13256-023-04186-4] [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] [Received: 05/22/2023] [Accepted: 09/20/2023] [Indexed: 10/28/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease is an uncommon systemic disease that mostly affects young women. Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease typically manifests as necrotizing lymphadenopathy, which frequently follows by a fever; however, Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease occurs rarely in extranodal regions. One of the most important accompaniments of Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease is its connection with autoimmune diseases such as systemic lupus erythematosus. This case presents a simultaneous occurrence of Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease with liver involvement and systemic lupus erythematosus in a young female patient. CASE PRESENTATION We present a rare case of a 20-year-old white woman who presented with fever, joint pains, myalgia, and shortness of breath. Initial hospitalization and treatment for fever of unknown origin did not yield improvement. Physical examination revealed cervical and supraclavicular lymphadenopathy, and laboratory investigations showed abnormal blood counts, elevated inflammatory markers, and positive autoimmune serologies. Imaging studies revealed bilateral pleural effusion and liver lesions. Lymph node biopsy confirmed the diagnosis of Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease, and liver biopsy showed extranodal involvement. The patient was diagnosed with Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease-associated systemic lupus erythematosus and treated with hydroxychloroquine and corticosteroids. The patient showed gradual resolution of symptoms and lymphadenopathy with treatment. CONCLUSION Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease is a rare systemic condition primarily impacting young females. It is characterized by necrotizing lymphadenopathy, often accompanied by fever. Although Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease is predominantly seen in the lymph nodes, occurrences in non-nodal areas are infrequent. When diagnosing Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease, it is essential to screen patients for systemic lupus erythematosus. In this particular case, we observed liver involvement along with the presence of both Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease and systemic lupus erythematosus.
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- Maysam Yousefi
- Infectious Diseases Research Center of Tropical and Infectious Diseases, Kerman University of Medical Sciences, Kerman, Iran
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- Gastroenterology and Hepatology Research Center, Institute of Basic and Clinical Physiology Sciences, Kerman University of Medical Sciences, Kerman, Iran
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- Student Research Committee, School of Medicine, Kerman University of Medical Sciences, Kerman, Iran
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Afzalipour Hospital, Kerman University of Medical Sciences, Kerman, Iran
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- Student Research Committee, School of Medicine, Kerman University of Medical Sciences, Kerman, Iran
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- Department of Emergency Medicine, School of Medicine, University of Medicine, Minneapolis, USA
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- Student Research Committee, School of Medicine, Kerman University of Medical Sciences, Kerman, Iran.
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Lee DE, Pak MG, Kim SH, Chandler C. Kikuchi-Fujimoto Disease: A Case of Febrile Cervical Lymphadenopathy With Hematological Abnormalities. Cureus 2023; 15:e47533. [PMID: 37877108 PMCID: PMC10593182 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.47533] [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: 10/23/2023] [Indexed: 10/26/2023] Open
Abstract
Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease (KFD), or histiocytic necrotizing lymphadenitis, is a benign but rare disorder associated with febrile cervical lymphadenopathy in young adults. Here, we discuss a case of a young female patient presenting with left tender cervical lymphadenopathy that progressed bilaterally with a fever of unknown origin. Laboratory parameters showed persistent leukopenia, especially neutropenia, which fluctuated with the degree of symptom severity. Two months were taken to confirm the diagnosis of KFD based on the histological interpretation of the lymph node biopsy. Supportive management with analgesics and paracetamol formed the main treatment. This case highlights the challenges and importance of diagnosing KFD to exclude other serious conditions such as lymphoma, tuberculosis, or lupus lymphadenitis that share similar clinical manifestations as KFD.
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- Dong Eun Lee
- Department of Acute Medicine, University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust, Worthing, GBR
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- Department of Pathology, Dong-A University College of Medicine, Busan, KOR
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Dong-A University College of Medicine, Busan, KOR
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- Department of Acute Medicine, University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust, Worthing, GBR
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Nair PR, Bankar NJ, Choudhary A, Shrivastava D. Kikuchi Fujimoto Lymphadenitis: A Rare Association With COVID-19 Vaccination. Cureus 2023; 15:e45979. [PMID: 37900436 PMCID: PMC10600953 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.45979] [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: 02/17/2023] [Accepted: 09/25/2023] [Indexed: 10/31/2023] Open
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Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease (KFD), also known as histiocytic necrotizing lymphadenitis, is an uncommon cause of protracted cervical lymphadenopathy in both children and adults. Although the majority of cases have been documented in Asia, this disease has been characterized globally since it was first identified in Japan in 1972. KFD's etiology is not entirely understood, although various theories have been postulated. Usually benign, Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease resolves within six months. KFD must be distinguished from other causes of chronic lymphadenopathy, such as lymphoma, inflammatory illnesses, autoimmune conditions, viral lymphadenopathy, and also from tuberculosis, especially in India, where it is still endemic. Here, we present the case report of a healthcare worker with a known case of hypothyroidism and autoimmune skin disorder who presented with prolonged fever, joint pain, and generalized lymphadenopathy post-COVID vaccination and was diagnosed as having KFD on biopsy, which can be associated with a very unusual presentation of this disease.
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- Priya R Nair
- Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Datta Meghe Medical College, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research, Wardha, IND
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- Microbiology, Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research, Wardha, IND
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- Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Datta Meghe Medical College, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research, Wardha, IND
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- Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Datta Meghe Medical College, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research, Wardha, IND
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Liu J, Zheng Q, Shi L, Zhao Z, Chen X, Wang T, Chen X. A retrospective study of 134 patients with cervical region Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease. Laryngoscope Investig Otolaryngol 2023; 8:865-869. [PMID: 37621285 PMCID: PMC10446312 DOI: 10.1002/lio2.1086] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/23/2022] [Revised: 05/04/2023] [Accepted: 05/23/2023] [Indexed: 08/26/2023] Open
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Background To explore the clinical and laboratory features, therapy and prognosis of Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease (KFD) in the cervical region. Methods We retrospectively reviewed the medical records of 134 patients who were diagnosed and treated with KFD from January 2000 to May 2022 in Fujian Medical University Union Hospital (Fujian, China). Their clinical characteristics, affected lymph node size, imaging examinations, and laboratory study results were analyzed. Results The mean patient age was 24.9 years, and the male-female ratio was 1:1.73. Fever (55.2%, n = 74) was the most common clinical manifestation. Leukopenia (49.3%) was the commonest reported laboratory abnormality. A majority (65.7%) of the 134 patients presented with bilateral nodal involvement. Conclusion KFD should be considered as a possible diagnosis in a female patient under the age of 30 presenting with cervical lymphadenopathy, fever, leukopenia, and elevated LDH. Level of Evidence 4.
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- Jianzhi Liu
- Department of OtolaryngologyFujian Medical University Union HospitalFuzhouFujianChina
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- Department of PathologyFujian Medical University Union HospitalFuzhouFujianChina
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- Department of OtolaryngologyFujian Medical University Union HospitalFuzhouFujianChina
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- Department of OtolaryngologyZhangzhou Affiliated Hospital of Fujian Medical UniversityZhangzhouFujianChina
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- Department of OtolaryngologyFujian Medical University Union HospitalFuzhouFujianChina
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- Department of OtolaryngologyFujian Medical University Union HospitalFuzhouFujianChina
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- Department of OtolaryngologyFujian Medical University Union HospitalFuzhouFujianChina
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Alkhyeli F, Bahaeddin A. Kikuchi-Fujimoto Disease in a 25-Year-Old Female: A Case Report. Cureus 2023; 15:e44007. [PMID: 37746448 PMCID: PMC10517180 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.44007] [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: 08/23/2023] [Indexed: 09/26/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease or histiocytic necrotizing lymphadenitis is a rare benign disease that presents as cervical lymphadenopathy and fever. CASE PRESENTATION A 25-year-old South Asian female dentist, recently married, presented to our emergency department due to two weeks of fever, sore throat, swollen neck, and cough. The patient initially presented to a private clinic and was prescribed antibiotics on two visits. On physical examination, her neck was swollen with palpable and tender right posterior and submandibular lymph nodes. Oropharyngeal examination revealed pharyngeal hyperemia without tonsillar enlargement, exudates, or mucocutaneous ulcers. Ultrasound imaging revealed enlarged neck and thoracic and abdominal lymph nodes. CBC showed leukopenia and anemia of chronic disease. B2 microglobulin, lactate dehydrogenase, and kappa light chains were elevated. Anti-ANA, anti-dsDNA, HIV polymerase chain reaction (PCR), Quantiferon-tuberculosis (TB), and rapid plasma reagin were all negative. A lymph node biopsy confirmed the diagnosis of Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease. CONCLUSION We believe this is the second case to be reported in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease has a non-specific presentation that overlaps with several conditions including autoimmune, infectious, and malignant. Therefore, a thorough clinical approach and a high grade of clinical suspicion is required to rule out other possible differential diagnosis. Finally, Although Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease is mostly benign, clinicians should be careful as some patients might develop systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), Still disease, or B cell lymphoma in the future.
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- Fatima Alkhyeli
- Internal Medicine, Sheikh Khalifa Medical City, Abu Dhabi, ARE
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Arya P V A, Alam MM, Bernhisel A, Degirolamo A, Huang R. Diagnostic Dilemma in a Case of Necrotizing Lymphadenitis With Macrophage Activation Syndrome. Cureus 2023; 15:e42267. [PMID: 37605695 PMCID: PMC10440125 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.42267] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 07/21/2023] [Indexed: 08/23/2023] Open
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Necrotizing lymphadenitis is a histological diagnosis that can arise from various conditions, including lupus lymphadenitis (LL), Kikuchi disease (KD), and infectious causes. Distinguishing between Kikuchi disease and lupus lymphadenitis can be challenging in clinical practice. In this report, we present the clinical scenario of a young female patient with lymphadenopathy and elucidate the process through which we ultimately arrived at a diagnosis of systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) with macrophage activation syndrome. This case underscores the significance of recognizing Kikuchi disease as a condition that can mimic lupus and sheds light on the distinguishing features of necrotizing lymphadenitis, with a particular focus on Kikuchi disease and lupus lymphadenitis.
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- Cardiovascular Disease, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, USA
- Internal Medicine, Bridgeport Hospital, Bridgeport, USA
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- Pathology, Yale School of Medicine, Yale University, New Haven, USA
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- Rheumatology, Yale University, New Haven, USA
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Mahajan VK, Sharma V, Sharma N, Rani R. Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease: A comprehensive review. World J Clin Cases 2023; 11:3664-3679. [PMID: 37383134 PMCID: PMC10294163 DOI: 10.12998/wjcc.v11.i16.3664] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/27/2022] [Revised: 03/29/2023] [Accepted: 04/27/2023] [Indexed: 06/02/2023] Open
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Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease, a rare form of necrotizing lymphadenitis, is an uncommon, benign, self-limiting disorder of obscure etiology. It affects mostly young adults of both genders. Clinically, it presents with fever and lymphadenopathy of a firm to rubbery consistency frequently involving cervical lymph nodes while weight loss, splenomegaly, leucopenia, and elevated erythrocyte sedimentation rate feature in severely affected patients. Cutaneous involvement occurs in about 30%-40% of cases as facial erythema and nonspecific erythematous papules, plaques, acneiform or morbilliform lesions of great histologic heterogeneity. Both Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease and systemic lupus erythematosus share an obscure and complex relationship as systemic lupus erythematosus may occasionally precede, develop subsequently, or sometimes be associated concurrently with Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease. It is often mistaken for non-Hodgkin lymphoma while lupus lymphadenitis, cat-scratch disease, Sweet’s syndrome, Still’s disease, drug eruptions, infectious mononucleosis, and viral or tubercular lymphadenitis are other common differentials. Fine needle aspiration cytology mostly has features of nonspecific reactive lymphadenitis and immunohistochemistry studies usually show variable features of uncertain diagnostic value. Since its diagnosis is exclusively from histopathology, it needs to be evaluated more carefully; an early lymph node biopsy will obviate the need for unnecessary investigations and therapeutic trials. Its treatment with systemic corticosteroids, hydroxychloroquine, or antimicrobial agents mostly remains empirical. The article reviews clinicoepidemiological, diagnostic, and management aspects of KFD from the perspective of practicing clinicians.
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- Vikram K Mahajan
- Department of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprosy, Dr. Radhakrishnan Government Medical College, Hamirpur 177001, Himachal Pradesh, India
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- Department of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprosy, Dr. Radhakrishnan Government Medical College, Hamirpur 177001, Himachal Pradesh, India
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- Department of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprosy, Dr. Radhakrishnan Government Medical College, Hamirpur 177001, Himachal Pradesh, India
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- Department of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprosy, Dr. Radhakrishnan Government Medical College, Hamirpur 177001, Himachal Pradesh, India
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Qasim A, Itare V, Anwar MY, Arguello Perez E. A Rare Case of Kikuchi-Fujimoto Disease. Cureus 2023; 15:e39098. [PMID: 37332401 PMCID: PMC10270646 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.39098] [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: 05/16/2023] [Indexed: 06/20/2023] Open
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Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease (KFD) is an autoimmune condition that is more common in females and occurs in the third decade of life. The condition is usually benign and self-resolving and is characterized by fever, cervical lymphadenopathy, night sweats, myalgia, and rashes. The disease can be misdiagnosed as reactive follicular hyperplasia, tuberculous lymphadenitis, systemic lupus erythematosus, and malignant lymphoma. The diagnosis of KFD involves the excision of the affected lymph node. Although there is no specific treatment for the disease, usually symptomatic and supportive measures are effective; however, steroids and immunosuppressive therapies are considered in more severe cases. The disease lasts for around one to four months. The neurological complications include cerebellar ataxia, meningoencephalitis, and aseptic meningitis. Here, we describe the case of a 36-year-old male who presented with complaints of fever, malaise chills, anorexia, and fatigue associated with a tender right axillary lymph node. The patient underwent a biopsy which confirmed KFD and responded well to supportive therapy.
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- Abeer Qasim
- Internal Medicine, BronxCare Health System, Bronx, USA
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- Internal Medicine, BronxCare Health System, Bronx, USA
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Lencastre Monteiro R, Cabaço S, Soares L, Inácio H, Nazário Leão R. Kikuchi-Fujimoto Disease: A Case of SARS-CoV-2 Infection Triggering the Rare Disease. Cureus 2023; 15:e35858. [PMID: 37033518 PMCID: PMC10077921 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.35858] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 03/07/2023] [Indexed: 03/09/2023] Open
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Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease (KFD), or histiocytic necrotizing lymphadenitis, is a rare, benign, and self-limited disease caused by subacute necrotizing regional lymphadenopathy. The etiology is unknown, although virus and autoimmune mechanisms have been proposed. Patients develop enlarged lymph nodes, fever, and, less frequently, extranodal signs. No specific laboratory test contributes to the diagnosis, and lymph node biopsy is the gold standard to define the diagnosis. The treatment is generally with supportive therapy and usually is spontaneously resolved within six months. In this article, the authors present the case of a 41-year-old female with mild SARS-CoV-2 (severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2) infection 10 weeks before she was admitted to the emergency department (ED) due to cervical lymphadenopathies and fever lasting over three weeks. Physical examination revealed multiple lymphadenopathies on the submandibular and jugular regions, cutaneous rash, and hepatosplenomegaly. Blood tests showed elevated acute phase proteins, thrombocytopenia, and increased transaminases and lactate dehydrogenase (LDH). Computed tomography (CT) of the neck showed multiple adenopathies at levels I, II, III, and IV according to the Classification for Lymph Nodes from the American Head and Neck Society and American Academy of Otolaryngology on the right side. Excision biopsy was performed and histopathological examination confirmed KFD. A comprehensive analysis performed was unrevealing of an infectious or autoimmune cause and was assumed to be most likely triggered by SARS-CoV-2 infection given the timeframe correlation. KFD diagnosis is challenging and there are few reported cases of association with SARS-CoV-2 in the literature. Although further investigation is still needed to better understand the relation between them, it is important that physicians take SARS-CoV-2 infection and vaccination into consideration in KFD's differential diagnosis.
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Harrison J, Sukumaran S, Vijayan V. Systemic Lupus Erythematosus Lymphadenopathy Presenting as Kikuchi-Fujimoto Disease in an Adolescent. Cureus 2023; 15:e35304. [PMID: 36968890 PMCID: PMC10038115 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.35304] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 02/21/2023] [Indexed: 02/24/2023] Open
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Systemic lupus erythematosus is a multisystem autoimmune disorder with a highly heterogeneous clinical presentation. The clinical phenotype varies from mild cutaneous and musculoskeletal manifestations to neurological involvement. Lymphadenopathy is a frequent manifestation of SLE, but the association is often not recognized, as lymphadenopathy is not a criterion for diagnosis. An unusual and seldom reported mimicker of lupus lymphadenitis is Kikuchi-Fujimoto Disease. This is a rare self-limiting disease of young adult females that presents with lymphadenopathy, fever, and systemic symptoms. Lupus lymphadenitis and KFD share some common clinical and pathologic features; but distinguishing between those two diseases can be challenging. We describe a 16-year-old Hispanic female who presented with axillary lymphadenopathy and was initially diagnosed with KFD based on an excisional lymph node biopsy; but later met the criteria for the 2019 European League Against Rheumatism/American College of Rheumatology classification criteria SLE. This case highlights the need for clinicians to be aware that patients with SLE may present with lymphadenopathy and to consider the association between Kikuchi disease and SLE to prevent misdiagnosis and allow for timely treatment to avoid complications.
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AKGOL GUR ST, TAHİROĞLU AL, KOCAK AO. Mortal Complication of Kikuchi–Fujimoto Disease; Lower Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Case Presantation and literature review. JOURNAL OF EMERGENCY MEDICINE CASE REPORTS 2023. [DOI: 10.33706/jemcr.1200525] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/14/2023]
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In this report, we inform you that a patient with CFD, known as a benign disease, died due to massive lower GI bleeding. Although KFD is a benign disease, we have seen in this case that it can result in death. A 28-year-old Turkish male patient was brought to the hospital with complaints of high fever, fatigue, sweating and difficulty breathing. A cervical examination revealed that the patient had lymphadenopathy. The patient did not have any cutaneous lesions. Genital examination revealed melena. A normal cranial and abdomen, thorax CT was obtained. The patient was intubated because of respiratory failure and unstable hemodynamics. The patient developed pancytopenia as a result of blood tests. The patient died due to massive lower gastrointestinal bleeding.
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A Case of Kikuchi’s Disease Without Cervical Lymphadenopathy. Case Rep Pediatr 2022; 2022:2943233. [DOI: 10.1155/2022/2943233] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/09/2022] [Revised: 11/20/2022] [Accepted: 11/25/2022] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
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Background. Kikuchi’s disease with only extracervical lymphadenopathy is rare. Case Presentation. A 15-year-old male has presented with a fever lasting more than 1 week and right axillary lymphadenopathy. An axillary lymph node biopsy revealed coagulation necrosis, nuclear decay products, infiltration of histiocytes, and enlarged lymphocytes; he was diagnosed with Kikuchi’s disease. The only four adult patients with Kikuchi’s disease presenting without cervical lesions have been previously reported. Conclusion. This is the only pediatric case of Kikuchi’s disease presenting without cervical lymphadenopathy. Kikuchi’s disease should be included in the differential diagnosis even in cases of extracervical lymphadenopathy alone.
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Muacevic A, Adler JR, Duarte V, Baptista L, Jesus G. Relapsing Kikuchi-Fujimoto Disease With Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis. Cureus 2022; 14:e32344. [PMID: 36632255 PMCID: PMC9827933 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.32344] [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: 12/09/2022] [Indexed: 12/13/2022] Open
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Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease is a rare, benign, and self-limited disease of uncertain etiology, affecting mostly young female patients. It usually manifests as posterior cervical lymphadenopathy and fever. Its diagnosis is based on typical histopathological changes after the exclusion of other diseases such as lupus, lymphoma, or infectious lymphadenitis. The authors present a 47-year-old female patient with recurring episodes of high fever, urticarial rash, myalgia, arthralgia, fatigue, sore throat, and generalized lymphadenopathy. Blood tests showed increased inflammatory parameters and positive antinuclear antibodies. In the two times the patient was admitted to the hospital there were no infectious agents isolated. The patient didn't fulfill the criteria for diagnosis of lupus or any other autoimmune disease and there was also no evidence of lymphoma or other neoplastic diseases. A positron emission tomography/computed tomography (PET/CT) was performed at the first and second hospitalizations, showing generalized lymphadenopathy. At the first hospitalization, a mediastinal lymph node biopsy was obtained, excluding lymphoproliferative or granulomatous disease. During the course of the second hospitalization, a cervical lymph node was excised for biopsy, the histopathological changes of which suggested the diagnosis of Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease. The clinical course was complicated by hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis, with a significant increase in inflammatory markers and liver dysfunction. The patient was treated with prednisolone 1 mg/kg/day, with complete resolution of clinical and biochemical changes.
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Potapenko VG, Baykov VV, Markova АY, Mikhailova NB, Ter‑Grigoryan AS, Krivolapov YА. Kikuchi–Fujimoto disease: literature review and report of four cases. ONCOHEMATOLOGY 2022. [DOI: 10.17650/1818-8346-2022-17-4-48-59] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
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Kikuchi–Fujimoto disease, or necrotizing histiocytic lymphadenitis, is one of the rare causes of benign lymphadeno-pathy. The diagnosis is based on histological and immunohistochemical analysis of the lymph node biopsy. The article presents four clinical cases of Kikuchi–Fujimoto disease. According to the results of the primary analysis of lymph node tissue three patients were misdiagnosed with lymphoma. due to the unusual for lymphoid malignancy course the primary material was reviewed. The diagnosis of Kikuchi–Fujimoto disease was put. In three patients the disease has a re-current course. during the observation period, the course of the disease in all the presented patients is benign with normal quality of life.
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- Raisa Gorbacheva Memorial Research Institute for Pediatric Oncology, Hematology and Transplantation, I.P. Pavlov First Saint Petersburg State Medical University, Ministry of Health of Russia
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- Raisa Gorbacheva Memorial Research Institute for Pediatric Oncology, Hematology and Transplantation, I.P. Pavlov First Saint Petersburg State Medical University, Ministry of Health of Russia
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- Hematological Center named after professor R.O. Yeolyan, Ministry of Health of the Republic of Armenia
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- I.I. Mechnikov North-Western State Medical University, Ministry of Health of Russia
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A previously healthy Japanese woman in her 20s was admitted to our hospital with a 2-week history of fever (39.0°C) and a 1-week history of painful cervical lymphadenopathy. The day before fever onset, she had received her first Pfizer-BioNTech SARS-CoV-2 vaccine in her left arm. She had previously been treated with empirical antibiotics with no improvement. Physical examination revealed painful lymphadenopathy in both posterior cervical regions. CT showed symmetrical lymphadenopathies in the neck, supraclavicular, axillary and inguinal regions as well as hepatosplenomegaly. We suspected lymphoma and performed a lymph node biopsy in the right inguinal region, which revealed necrotising histiocytic lymphadenitis. The patient was, therefore, diagnosed with Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease (KFD). She improved after the corticosteroid therapy. This report highlights the importance of including KFD as a differential diagnosis of lymphadenopathy after SARS-CoV-2 vaccination. Additionally, lymph node biopsy is helpful for diagnosing KFD because it rules out other entities.
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- Kohsuke Ikeda
- Department of General Medicine, Tottori Municipal Hospital, Tottori, Japan
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- Department of General Medicine, Tottori Municipal Hospital, Tottori, Japan
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- Department of General Medicine, Tottori Municipal Hospital, Tottori, Japan
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- Division of Community and Family Medicine, Jichi Medical University, Shimotsuke, Tochigi, Japan
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Fadul A, Subahi EA, Ali EA, Awadalkareem H, Mohamed G, Elawad M, Sharaf Eldean M, Albozom A. Kikuchi-Fujimoto Disease: A Rare Cause of Pyrexia of Unknown Origin and Cervical Lymphadenopathy. Cureus 2022; 14:e30823. [DOI: 10.7759/cureus.30823] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 10/29/2022] [Indexed: 11/06/2022] Open
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Mohseni Afshar Z, Tavakoli Pirzaman A, Liang JJ, Sharma A, Pirzadeh M, Babazadeh A, Hashemi E, Deravi N, Abdi S, Allahgholipour A, Hosseinzadeh R, Vaziri Z, Sio TT, Sullman MJM, Barary M, Ebrahimpour S. Do we miss rare adverse events induced by COVID-19 vaccination? Front Med (Lausanne) 2022; 9:933914. [PMID: 36300183 PMCID: PMC9589063 DOI: 10.3389/fmed.2022.933914] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/01/2022] [Accepted: 09/13/2022] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Although severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) infection has caused many complications, the invention of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccines has also brought about several adverse events, from common side effects to unexpected and rare ones. Common vaccine-related adverse reactions manifest locally or systematically following any vaccine, including COVID-19 vaccines. Specific side effects, known as adverse events of particular interest (AESI), are unusual and need more evaluation. Here, we discuss some of the most critical rare adverse events of COVID-19 vaccines.
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- Zeinab Mohseni Afshar
- Clinical Research Development Center, Imam Reza Hospital, Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences, Kermanshah, Iran
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- Division of Cardiovascular Medicine, Cardiac Arrhythmia Service, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI, United States
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- Department of Neurology, Mayo Clinic, Scottsdale, AZ, United States
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- Student Research Committee, Babol University of Medical Sciences, Babol, Iran
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- Infectious Diseases and Tropical Medicine Research Center, Health Research Institute, Babol University of Medical Sciences, Babol, Iran
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- Student Research Committee, Babol University of Medical Sciences, Babol, Iran
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- Student Research Committee, School of Medicine, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Student Research Committee, Babol University of Medical Sciences, Babol, Iran
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- Student Research Committee, School of Nursing and Midwifery, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Student Research Committee, Babol University of Medical Sciences, Babol, Iran
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- Student Research Committee, Babol University of Medical Sciences, Babol, Iran
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, Mayo Clinic, Phoenix, AZ, United States
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- Department of Social Sciences, University of Nicosia, Nicosia, Cyprus
- Department of Life and Health Sciences, University of Nicosia, Nicosia, Cyprus
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- Student Research Committee, Virtual School of Medical Education and Management, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
- Students' Scientific Research Center (SSRC), Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Infectious Diseases and Tropical Medicine Research Center, Health Research Institute, Babol University of Medical Sciences, Babol, Iran
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Hashmat M, Iftikhar S, Aemaz Ur Rehman M, Rehman AU, Farooq H, Asmar A, Ebaad Ur Rehman M. Aseptic meningitis in Kikuchi-Fujimoto Disease - Rare manifestation of a rare disease. eNeurologicalSci 2022; 29:100429. [PMID: 36281347 PMCID: PMC9587360 DOI: 10.1016/j.ensci.2022.100429] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/14/2022] [Revised: 09/17/2022] [Accepted: 10/07/2022] [Indexed: 11/06/2022] Open
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Kikuchi-Fujimoto Disease (KFD) is a rare disease marked by necrotizing lymphadenitis, often presenting as unilateral cervical lymphadenopathy, along with various extranodal manifestations such as fever, skin rash, hepatosplenomegaly, and arthritis, etc. KFD is thought to be secondary to either a viral infection or an autoimmune process, however, evidence in favor of both models is scarce and non-definitive. We report a case of a young female who presented with persistent high-grade fever, bilateral cervical and axillary lymphadenopathy, and leukopenia. Excisional biopsy of affected lymph nodes revealed well-circumscribed foci of necrosis with karyorrhectic debris and scattered fibrin deposits characteristic of KFD. The patient was promptly initiated on non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), however, despite an early improvement in symptoms, the patient soon developed aseptic meningitis, a rare neurological complication of KFD. Intravenous followed by oral corticosteroid therapy reported a good prognosis, with no observable residual neurological deficits. Knowledge of the disease and its complications significantly helped in the avoidance of unnecessary investigations and a delay in treatment. Central nervous system involvement may be seen in Kikuchi Fujimoto Disease (KFD). Aseptic meningitis is a rare neurological complication of KFD. It may present after the resolution of KFD symptoms. Prompt treatment and recognition holds favorable prognosis.
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- Masooma Hashmat
- Department of Medicine, Mayo Hospital, King Edward Medical University, Lahore 54000, Pakistan
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- Assistant Professor of Neurology, Mayo Hospital, King Edward Medical University, Lahore 54000, Pakistan
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- Department of Medicine, Mayo Hospital, King Edward Medical University, Lahore 54000, Pakistan
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- Department of Medicine, Mayo Hospital, King Edward Medical University, Lahore 54000, Pakistan
- Corresponding author.
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- Department of Neurology, Mayo Hospital, King Edward Medical University, Lahore 54000, Pakistan
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Mallick A, Mohapatra MM, Babu VM, Rajaram M, Gocchait D, Surendranath Warrier L. All necrotizing nodes are not tuberculosis - A report of two cases. Indian J Tuberc 2022; 69:695-698. [PMID: 36460410 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijtb.2021.08.005] [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] [Received: 01/22/2021] [Accepted: 08/04/2021] [Indexed: 06/17/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease is a benign and self-limiting systemic disorder of unknown aetiology characterised by fever, superficial lymphadenopathy and leukopenia. In highly endemic & low-resource country like India, it is frequently misdiagnosed as tuberculosis. CASE REPORT Both the cases were diagnosed as necrotizing lymphadenitis by fine-needle aspiration cytology. Tuberculin skin prick test (TST) was positive for one case and negative for the other case. Cartridge based nucleic acid amplification test (CBNAAT) from lymph node aspirate was negative for mycobacterium tuberculosis in both the cases, later on histopathology of lymph node showed diagnosis of Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease. CONCLUSION Kikuchi Fujimoto is a self-limiting disease systemic disease of unknown aetiology. A definite diagnosis can be established by incisional/excisional biopsy of the lymph node. When dealing with cases of tubercular lymphadenitis, Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease should be kept as differential diagnosis.
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Bazkke B, Osman J, Shahrour M, Ziadeh M, Haji Mohamad A, Mouhandes MIE, Niazi A. A pregnant women with history of hashimoto's thyroiditis diagnosed with Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease: the first case report. Thyroid Res 2022; 15:16. [PMID: 36109799 PMCID: PMC9476254 DOI: 10.1186/s13044-022-00135-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/20/2022] [Accepted: 09/06/2022] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease (KFD) is a benign, self-limiting disorder characterized by regional lymphadenopathy. Clinical symptoms range from mild fever and tenderness to upper respiratory syndrome. A few cases have been observed during pregnancy or Hashimoto's disease. What we describe here is the first observed case of KFD in a pregnant woman with a history of Hashimoto's thyroiditis. CASE PRESENTATION A 36-year-old woman presented to Aleppo University Hospital during the 13th week of gestation with a painful cervical node on the right side of her neck. The patient's previous medical history confirmed Hashimoto's thyroiditis for several years. After histopathological examinations and radiological investigations, she was diagnosed with Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease and treated with corticosteroids. Although the patient did not adhere to the treatment very well due to her concerns for the fetus, the clinical picture improved after delivery. The patient now is on follow-up and continuing the current treatment with corticosteroids. CONCLUSIONS Further investigations need to be conducted to understand the possible autoimmune etiology of KFD when it is associated with Hashimoto's thyroiditis disease. It is also necessary to understand the relationship between this disease and pregnancy.
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- Bashar Bazkke
- grid.42269.3b0000 0001 1203 7853Faculty of Medicine, University of Aleppo, Aleppo, Syria
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- grid.42269.3b0000 0001 1203 7853Faculty of Medicine, University of Aleppo, Aleppo, Syria
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- grid.42269.3b0000 0001 1203 7853Faculty of Medicine, University of Aleppo, Aleppo, Syria
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- grid.42269.3b0000 0001 1203 7853Faculty of Medicine, University of Aleppo, Aleppo, Syria
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- grid.42269.3b0000 0001 1203 7853Department of Pathology, Faculty of Medicine, University of Aleppo, Aleppo, Syria
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- grid.42269.3b0000 0001 1203 7853Department of General Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Aleppo University Hospital, Aleppo, Syria
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Chisholm KM, Bohling SD, Tsuchiya KD, Paulson VA. A Malignant Mimicker: Features of Kikuchi-Fujimoto Disease in the Pediatric Population. Pediatr Dev Pathol 2022; 25:538-547. [PMID: 35583198 DOI: 10.1177/10935266221103882] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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BACKGROUND Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease (KFD) is a rare, benign, and self-limited disease that presents with cervical lymphadenopathy and systemic symptoms. Histologic evaluation is often necessary to differentiate KFD from other entities. METHODS Electronic medical records and diagnostic material were reviewed for 14 children diagnosed with KFD and 6 children diagnosed with infectious mononucleosis (IM) from 2013-2021. Four cases of KFD were further characterized using targeted DNA-based next-generation sequencing. RESULTS Systemic symptoms were present in 86% (n = 12/14) of KFD patients, the most common being fever. Laboratory values worrisome for malignancy included cytopenia(s) (n = 9/12), elevated ESR and/or CRP (n = 9/12), elevated ferritin (n = 7/7), and elevated LDH (n = 7/10). Histologically, lymph nodes showed characteristic necrotic foci without neutrophils surrounded by MPO+ "crescentic" histiocytes. Immunoblasts and CD123+ plasmacytoid dendritic cells (pDCs) were also increased surrounding the necrosis. IM lymph nodes showed similar features when necrosis was present but increases in pDCs were patchy and rare neutrophils were seen in the necrotic foci. Molecular analysis of 4 KFD cases did not identify pathogenic variants. CONCLUSION While the signs/symptoms of KFD are worrisome, there are pathologic features that help differentiate it from potential mimics. We did not identify characteristic molecular features to aid in the work-up of these cases.
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- Karen M Chisholm
- Department of Laboratories, 7274Seattle Children's Hospital, Seattle, WA, USA.,Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology, 7284University of Washington, Seattle, WA, USA
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- Department of Laboratories, 7274Seattle Children's Hospital, Seattle, WA, USA.,Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology, 7284University of Washington, Seattle, WA, USA
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- Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology, 7284University of Washington, Seattle, WA, USA
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- Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology, 7284University of Washington, Seattle, WA, USA
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Iwamoto N, Funahashi M, Shinohara K, Nakaya Y, Motobayashi H, Tochitani K, Yamamoto S, Shimizu T. Two Cases of Kikuchi Disease Presenting with Aseptic Meningitis and Encephalitis. Intern Med 2022; 61:2687-2689. [PMID: 35185045 PMCID: PMC9492496 DOI: 10.2169/internalmedicine.7724-21] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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Kikuchi disease, also called histiocytic necrotizing lymphadenitis, is an idiopathic and generally self-limiting disease affecting young adults and children. Kikuchi disease does not commonly manifest neurological complications at its initial presentation. We herein report two cases of Kikuchi disease that initially presented with aseptic meningitis and encephalitis rather than the more common signs of lymphadenopathy, rash, and arthritis. A 15-year-old boy presented with aseptic meningitis with an extremely high intracranial pressure. A 28-year-old man presented with dysesthesia of the right lower extremity, coinciding with abnormal magnetic resonance imaging findings. In both cases, painful cervical lymphadenopathy was observed following the central nervous system symptoms. Both patients improved after treatment with steroids. Kikuchi disease occasionally affects the central nervous system, to which lymphadenitis may be observed subsequently. A repeated, careful physical examination of the cervical lymph nodes may be helpful for the diagnosis.
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- Nobuki Iwamoto
- Department of Infectious Diseases, Kyoto City Hospital, Japan
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory Medicine, Kyoto University Graduate School of Medicine, Japan
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- Department of Infectious Diseases, Kyoto City Hospital, Japan
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Kikuchi Fujimoto disease as the presenting component of VEXAS syndrome: a case report of a probable association. Clin Rheumatol 2022; 41:3589-3592. [PMID: 35962245 DOI: 10.1007/s10067-022-06331-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/27/2022] [Revised: 08/04/2022] [Accepted: 08/06/2022] [Indexed: 11/03/2022]
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Chen S, Liang XL, He S, Zhang JW, Li SJ. Encephalitis in Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease being immune-mediated. Neurol Sci 2022; 43:3983-3987. [DOI: 10.1007/s10072-022-05996-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/04/2021] [Accepted: 02/25/2022] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
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Furusaka T, Miyagami T, Suzuki M, Naito T. Uncommon presentation of Kikuchi disease. Clin Case Rep 2022; 10:e05673. [PMID: 35414912 PMCID: PMC8979141 DOI: 10.1002/ccr3.5673] [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: 01/13/2022] [Revised: 03/23/2022] [Accepted: 03/23/2022] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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Kikuchi disease is common among Asians and women aged about 30 years. General symptoms include cervical lymphadenopathy and fever; 64% of the cases are self‐limiting. However, this case is axillary lymphadenopathy, which is the main symptom in males. Thus, Kikuchi disease may be considered in the differential diagnosis of axillary lymphadenopathy.
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- Takayuki Furusaka
- Department of General Medicine Faculty of Medicine Juntendo University Tokyo Japan
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- Department of General Medicine Faculty of Medicine Juntendo University Tokyo Japan
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- Department of General Medicine Faculty of Medicine Juntendo University Tokyo Japan
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- Department of General Medicine Faculty of Medicine Juntendo University Tokyo Japan
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Rana G, Awad A, Wang E, Webb S, Zahir H, Ree A. Unique presentation of recurrent subdural effusions and subsequent abdominal lymphadenopathy in a patient diagnosed with Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease. Radiol Case Rep 2022; 17:1163-1168. [PMID: 35169421 PMCID: PMC8829530 DOI: 10.1016/j.radcr.2021.12.049] [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: 11/22/2021] [Revised: 12/20/2021] [Accepted: 12/30/2021] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
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Kikuchi Fujimoto Disease, originally discovered in 1972, is a rare lymphoproliferative disorder traditionally characterized by cervical lymphadenopathy, fevers, parotid gland enlargement, and several other nonspecific manifestations. Differentials include lymphoma, other viral diseases such as Epstein-Bar Virus, as well as other autoimmune conditions such as Systemic Lupus Erythematosus. Central nervous system involvement is exceptionally rare, with manifestations including meningitis as well as subdural effusions, as presented in this case. This review will summarize a case of a 24-year-old man with recurrent subdural effusions requiring intervention, subsequent relapse with abdominal lymphadenopathy, and possible IgG4 related disease. The background epidemiology, radiology, and potential pathophysiology will be reviewed.
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- Gaurav Rana
- John H Stroger Hospital of Cook County, Chicago, IL
- Corresponding author.
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- John H Stroger Hospital of Cook County, Chicago, IL
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- John H Stroger Hospital of Cook County, Chicago, IL
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- University of Illinois at Chicago, Chicago, IL
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- John H Stroger Hospital of Cook County, Chicago, IL
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BACKGROUND Kikuchi disease (KD) is a rare and generally benign condition of uncertain etiology that presents with nonspecific symptoms including fever and cervical lymphadenopathy. Clinical presentations can vary. Here, we present an atypical case of KD in a 10-year-old girl, as well as an updated literature review of the clinical presentation, laboratory features and management of KD in children. METHODS Studies (published up until February 2020) were identified through searches of PubMed using the following search items: Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease or histiocytic necrotizing lymphadenitis or Kikuchi disease. Our primary search resulted in 1117 publications. A total of 34 publications with a total of 670 patients were included in the final analysis. RESULTS All children present with lymphadenopathy. Almost all (96.3%) have cervical lymphadenopathy. Fever is recorded in the majority of children (77.1%). Analysis of laboratory features found that the majority of children have leukopenia (56.0%) and a raised erythrocyte sedimentation rate (56.0%). Over 30% have a raised C-reactive protein and anemia. Other features such as leukocytosis, thrombocytopenia and antinuclear antibodies positivity are less common. KD is mostly self-limiting, but steroids, hydroxychloroquine and intravenous immunoglobulin are used in protracted courses. Their efficacy has yet to be established in clinical trials. CONCLUSIONS The presentation of KD is variable, and there is no specific set of symptoms or laboratory features that reliably establishes the diagnosis. Thus, histopathology is crucial. Definitive evaluation and establishment of effective treatments will require future prospective research studies for a more comprehensive description of the clinical course and effects of treatment. Given the rarity of the disease, this will have to be performed in collaborative consortia.
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- Ahmed Abdu
- From the Oxford University Medical School, University of Oxford, Oxford, United Kingdom
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- Department of Pediatric Infectious Diseases, Emma Children's Hospital, Amsterdam UMC, Academic Medical Center, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, the Netherlands
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- Oxford Vaccine Group, Department of Paediatrics, University of Oxford and the NIHR Oxford Biomedical Research Centre, Oxford, United Kingdom
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Guan Y, Xia X, Lu H. Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease following vaccination against COVID-19. J Hematop 2022; 15:21-23. [PMID: 35284024 PMCID: PMC8896846 DOI: 10.1007/s12308-021-00477-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/13/2021] [Accepted: 11/09/2021] [Indexed: 01/06/2023] Open
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The purpose of this study is to explore the clinicopathological features of Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease (KFD) following vaccination against coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). One case of KFD following vaccination against COVID-19 was examined clinically, histologically, and immunohistochemically. The patient was a 36-year-old Chinese man who suffered from fever and cervical lymph node swelling following simultaneous administration of the COVID-19 vaccine. The patient was diagnosed with KFD based on the histopathological findings of a lymph node core needle biopsy, and his fever and swelling resolved 2 months later without therapy. Although the exact pathogenesis of the development of KFD following immunization remains unknown, this information should be added to the list of potential triggers or factors associated with the development of KFD.
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- Yingying Guan
- Department of Pathology, Xiamen Branch, Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, Xiamen, Fujian China
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- Department of Pathology, Wuzhong People’s Hospital, Wuzhong, Ningxia China
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- Department of Pathology, Xiamen Branch, Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, Xiamen, Fujian China
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Zheng Y, Du Y, Zhu WH, Zhao CG. Clinical Analysis of 44 Children with Subacute Necrotizing Lymphadenitis. Infect Drug Resist 2022; 15:1449-1457. [PMID: 35392366 PMCID: PMC8979771 DOI: 10.2147/idr.s351191] [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: 12/07/2021] [Accepted: 03/11/2022] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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- Yue Zheng
- Department of Pediatrics, Shengjing Hospital of China Medical University, Shenyang, 111004, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Pediatrics, Shengjing Hospital of China Medical University, Shenyang, 111004, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Pediatrics, Shengjing Hospital of China Medical University, Shenyang, 111004, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Pediatrics, Shengjing Hospital of China Medical University, Shenyang, 111004, People’s Republic of China
- Correspondence: Cheng-Guang Zhao, Department of Pediatrics, Shengjing Hospital of China Medical University, Shenyang, 110004, People’s Republic of China, Tel +8618940255157, Email
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Fiori M, Spina P, Monotti R, Salvadé I. Abdominal Kikuchi-Fujimoto lymphadenopathy: an uncommon presentation of a rare disease. BMJ Case Rep 2022; 15:e244732. [PMID: 35210223 PMCID: PMC8883202 DOI: 10.1136/bcr-2021-244732] [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: 11/04/2022] Open
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A 34-year-old man presented to our hospital with a 5-day history of progressive abdominal pain and fever. A CT scan identified extensive mesenteric lymphadenopathy. Initial diagnostic tests were inconclusive. Abdominal lymph node biopsy showed histiocytic necrotising lymphadenitis, compatible with Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease (KFD). This benign and self-limiting disease generally resolves following supportive treatment. In this case, remission occurred within 3 weeks of initial presentation. KFD is a very uncommon cause of lymphadenopathy, and selective mesenteric involvement is rare. Definitive diagnosis often requires lymph node biopsy. It is important to exclude more common and serious differential diagnoses associated with mesenteric lymphadenopathy, while maintaining a minimally invasive diagnostic approach, before progressing to nodal biopsy.
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- Marco Fiori
- Internal Medicine, EOC, Bellinzona, Switzerland
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- Cantonal Institute of Pathology, EOC, Bellinzona, Switzerland
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Al Manasra AR, Al-Domaidat H, Aideh MA, Al Qaoud D, Al Shalakhti M, Al Khatib S, Fataftah J, Al-Taher R, Nofal M. Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease in the Eastern Mediterranean zone. Sci Rep 2022; 12:2703. [PMID: 35177750 PMCID: PMC8854556 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-022-06757-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/14/2021] [Accepted: 02/02/2022] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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Kikuchi–Fujimoto disease (KFD) is a rare benign and self-limiting syndrome. We aim to review cases of KFD at our institution as a rare illness in the Arab ethnic descent and to analyse reports from most countries in the East Mediterranean zone. This is a retrospective study in which the histopathology database was searched for the diagnosis of KFD. A full review of KFD patients’ medical records was done. Data regarding demographic features, clinical presentation, laboratory findings, comorbidities, and management protocols were obtained. Published KFD cases from east Mediterranean countries were discussed and compared to other parts of the world. Out of 1968 lymph node biopsies studied, 11 (0.6%) cases of KFD were identified. The mean age of patients with KFD was 32 years (4–59). 73% (8/11) were females. The disease was self-limiting in 5 patients (45%); corticosteroid therapy was needed in 4 patients (34%). One patient was treated with methotrexate and one with antibiotics. One patient died as a consequence of lymphoma. Jordanians and Mediterranean populations, especially those of Arab ethnic background, seem to have low rates of KFD. The genetic susceptibility theory may help to explain the significantly higher disease prevalence among East Asians. Early diagnosis of KFD—although challenging—is essential to reduce the morbidity related to this illness.
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- Abdel Rahman Al Manasra
- Department of General Surgery and Urology, Faculty of Medicine, Jordan University of Science and Technology, P.O. Box 3030, Irbid, Jordan.
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- Department of General Surgery and Urology, Faculty of Medicine, Jordan University of Science and Technology, P.O. Box 3030, Irbid, Jordan
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- Department of General Surgery and Urology, Faculty of Medicine, Jordan University of Science and Technology, P.O. Box 3030, Irbid, Jordan
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- Department of Pediatrics, Faculty of Medicine, The Hashemite University, Zarqa, Jordan
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- Department of General Surgery and Urology, Faculty of Medicine, Jordan University of Science and Technology, P.O. Box 3030, Irbid, Jordan
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- Department of Pathology, Faculty of Medicine, Jordan University of Science and Technology, Irbid, Jordan
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- Department of Radiology, Faculty of Medicine, The Hashemite University, Zarqa, Jordan
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- Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, The University of Jordan, Amman, Jordan
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- Department of General Surgery and Urology, Faculty of Medicine, Jordan University of Science and Technology, P.O. Box 3030, Irbid, Jordan
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Masiak A, Lass A, Kowalski J, Hajduk A, Zdrojewski Z. Self-limiting COVID-19-associated Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease with heart involvement: case-based review. Rheumatol Int 2022; 42:341-348. [PMID: 35024942 PMCID: PMC8757403 DOI: 10.1007/s00296-021-05088-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/24/2021] [Accepted: 12/30/2021] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
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Background The association between COVID-19 infection and the development of autoimmune diseases is currently unknown, but there are already reports presenting induction of different autoantibodies by SARS-CoV-2 infection. Kikuchi-Fuimoto disease (KFD) as a form of histiocytic necrotizing lymphadenitis of unknown origin. Objective Here we present a rare case of KFD with heart involvement after COVID-19 infection. To our best knowledge only a few cases of COVID-19-associated KFD were published so far. Based on presented case, we summarize the clinical course of KFD and its association with autoimmune diseases, as well we discuss the potential causes of perimyocarditis in this case. Methods We reviewed the literature regarding cases of “Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease (KFD)” and “COVID-19” and then “KFD” and “heart” or “myocarditis” by searching medical journal databases written in English in PubMed and Google Scholar. Results Only two cases of KFD after COVID infection have been described so far. Conclusion SARS-CoV-2 infection can also be a new, potential causative agent of developing KFD.
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- Anna Masiak
- Department of Internal Medicine, Connective Tissue Diseases and Geriatrics, Medical University of Gdansk, ul. Dębinki 7, 80-952, Gdańsk, Poland.
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Connective Tissue Diseases and Geriatrics, Medical University of Gdansk, ul. Dębinki 7, 80-952, Gdańsk, Poland
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- Department of Pathomorphology, Medical University of Gdansk, Gdańsk, Poland
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Connective Tissue Diseases and Geriatrics, Medical University of Gdansk, ul. Dębinki 7, 80-952, Gdańsk, Poland
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Connective Tissue Diseases and Geriatrics, Medical University of Gdansk, ul. Dębinki 7, 80-952, Gdańsk, Poland
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Al Ghadeer HA, AlKadhem SM, AlMajed MS, AlAmer HM, AlHabeeb JA, Alomran SH, AlMajed AS. Kikuchi-Fujimoto Disease Following COVID-19. Cureus 2022; 14:e21049. [PMID: 35155016 PMCID: PMC8824308 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.21049] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 01/07/2022] [Indexed: 11/05/2022] Open
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Kikuchi-Fujimoto Disease (KFD) is a rare self-limiting condition of unknown etiology. It is characterized by fever, and lymphadenopathy most commonly involving posterior cervical lymph nodes. Although it is of uncertain etiology, it is associated with viral infections and autoimmune diseases. Distinction from lymphadenopathy-associated alternate disorders is crucial to avoid unneeded diagnostic procedures and treatment. KFD is diagnosed based on histopathologic examination of the excised lymph node. The management is supportive with favorable outcomes within a few weeks or months. In this case, we describe a 13-year-old boy who complained of painful cervical lymphadenopathy and fever for more than three weeks following COVID-19. Diagnostic workup has been established and KFD diagnosis made based on the histopathologic features of the involved lymph node. The patient showed complete recovery with no recurrence during follow-up. So, this case highlights the possible association between COVID-19 and KFD during this pandemic and keeping it in the differential diagnosis.
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Shahrokh S, Hasan A, Alim S, Hebert M, Rizvi K. Kikuchi-Fujimoto Disease Complicated by Rheumatoid Arthritis, Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus, and Hypothyroidism. Cureus 2022; 14:e21008. [PMID: 35154980 PMCID: PMC8818265 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.21008] [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] [Accepted: 01/06/2022] [Indexed: 11/08/2022] Open
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Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease (KFD) is a rare, benign, self-limited syndrome characterized by tender lymphadenopathy and low-grade fever. It may also present with rash, arthritis, fatigue, and splenomegaly. Data on the disease is limited, and its etiology remains largely unknown. Here, we present the case of a 30-year-old female with a medical history of rheumatoid arthritis (RA), previously treated with etanercept, type 1 diabetes mellitus (DM-1), and Hashimoto’s hypothyroidism; she was brought in to an emergency department (ED) in Houston after a generalized tonic-clonic seizure and loss of consciousness. She was hypoglycemic, which was thought to have caused her DM-1 and seizure. CT scan of her chest showed multiple enlarged lymph nodes throughout the neck, superior mediastinum, and axilla, along with interstitial edema and bilateral pleural effusions. She was treated with dextrose drip and regained her consciousness. However, she had persistent pancytopenia, low-grade fever, and tender axillary lymphadenopathy. Infectious workup for tuberculosis (TB), human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), herpes simplex virus (HSV), Epstein-Barr virus (EBV), and parvovirus B-19 were negative. Her bone marrow biopsy revealed iron-deficiency anemia, while excisional axillary lymph node biopsy showed extensive necrosis consistent with KFD. She was treated with supportive care. Her neutrophilic fever resolved, and she was discharged home after 48-hours of remaining afebrile. Six months after her hospitalization, the patient remained well, and her complete blood count showed no abnormalities. Due to the non-specific clinical features and laboratory findings of KFD, it is commonly misdiagnosed as infectious, autoimmune, or malignant lymphadenitis, leading to excessive diagnostic tests and unnecessary treatments. Physicians need to be cognizant of KFD and consider it in young patients presenting with tender lymphadenopathy, low-grade fevers, and leukopenia. To our best knowledge, this is the first reported case of a patient with concurrent RA, Hashimoto’s hypothyroidism, and KFD. This report elucidates the autoimmune nature of KFD and its association with other autoimmune diseases.
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Hoan L, Minh Hang L, Tuan Linh L, Thi Tra My T, Ngoc Minh T, Duc Thinh D, Ngoc Cuong N. A Rare Case of Kikuchi-Fujimoto Disease in a Young Female Patient. AMERICAN JOURNAL OF CASE REPORTS 2021; 22:e933377. [PMID: 34802030 PMCID: PMC8614063 DOI: 10.12659/ajcr.933377] [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] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Patient: Female, 25-year-old
Final Diagnosis: Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease
Symptoms: Neck pain • palpable mass neck
Medication: —
Clinical Procedure: —
Specialty: Pathology • Pulmonology • Radiology
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Affiliation(s)
- Le Hoan
- Department of Respiratory Medicine, Hanoi Medical University Hospital, Hanoi, Vietnam
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- Department of Respiratory Medicine, Hanoi Medical University Hospital, Hanoi, Vietnam
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- Diagnostic Imaging and Interventional Radiology Center, Hanoi Medical University Hospital, Hanoi, Vietnam
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- Diagnostic Imaging and Interventional Radiology Center, Hanoi Medical University Hospital, Hanoi, Vietnam
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- Department of Pathology, Hanoi Medical University Hospital, Hanoi, Vietnam
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- Department of Pathology, Hanoi Medical University Hospital, Hanoi, Vietnam
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- Diagnostic Imaging and Interventional Radiology Center, Hanoi Medical University Hospital, Hanoi, Vietnam
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James JF, Liles JE, Thakore MW. Lupus profundus and discoid lupus following a diagnosis of Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease. JAAD Case Rep 2021; 33:45-47. [PMID: 36852339 PMCID: PMC9958384 DOI: 10.1016/j.jdcr.2021.10.028] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022] Open
Affiliation(s)
- JaBreia F. James
- Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University, Augusta, Georgia,Department of Dermatology, Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University, Augusta, Georgia,Correspondence to: JaBreia F. James, BS, Augusta University, 1120 15th St, BA 2701, Augusta, GA 30912.
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- Department of Dermatology, Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University, Augusta, Georgia
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- Department of Dermatology, Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University, Augusta, Georgia
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Shishido AA, Mayer RC, Singh Z. A 28-Year-Old Male with Fever and Lymphadenopathy. Clin Infect Dis 2021; 73:1279-1280. [PMID: 34615338 DOI: 10.1093/cid/ciaa1930] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
Affiliation(s)
- Akira A Shishido
- Division of Infectious Diseases, University of Maryland Medical Center, Baltimore, Maryland, USA
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- Department of Pathology, University of Maryland Medical Center, Balatimore, Maryland, USA
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- Department of Pathology, University of Maryland Medical Center, Balatimore, Maryland, USA
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