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Gouda W, Alsaqabi F, Almurshed M, Mostafa AA, Albasri A, Negm A, Islam MA, Kamal M. Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease, simultaneously diagnosed with systemic lupus erythematosus in an Arabic female: an agonizing combination. J Int Med Res 2024; 52:3000605241248884. [PMID: 38713457 PMCID: PMC11080725 DOI: 10.1177/03000605241248884] [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: 10/19/2023] [Accepted: 03/28/2024] [Indexed: 05/08/2024] Open
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Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease (KFD), also known as histiocytic necrotizing lymphadenitis, is a rare, benign condition affecting young Oriental-Asian females. It is characterized by fever and tender cervical lymphadenopathy with an unclear aetiology, and in most longitudinal reviews, KFD occurs before systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). Herein, the case of a 28-year-old Kuwaiti female without any relevant past medical history, who was simultaneously diagnosed with KFD and SLE following an Ebstein-Barr virus infection, is reported. The patient was treated with oral prednisolone, hydroxychloroquine, cyclosporin, and belimumab and her response was clinically and biochemically favourable. Although KFD is prevalent in Asian populations, it may affect all races. Early diagnosis of KFD is difficult, particularly when simultaneously diagnosed with SLE, but crucial to preventing inappropriate therapy. Clinicians need to know about this rare disease, especially when patients present with fever and swollen lymph nodes, due to a risk of misdiagnosis with tuberculosis or lymphoma, as these are more often thought to be the cause of such symptoms.
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- Wesam Gouda
- Department of Rheumatology, Faculty of Medicine, Al Azhar University, Egypt
- Rheumatology Unit, Al‐Sabah Hospital, Kuwait
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- Department of Rheumatology, Faculty of Medicine, Al Azhar University, Egypt
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- Department of Rheumatology, Faculty of Medicine, Al Azhar University, Egypt
- Rheumatology Unit, Medical Affairs Department, Dubai Hospital, Dubai, UAE
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- WHO Collaborating Centre for Global Women’s Health, Institute of Metabolism and Systems Research, College of Medical and Dental Sciences, University of Birmingham, Birmingham, UK
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- Department of Rheumatology, Faculty of Medicine, Al Azhar University, Egypt
- Faculty of Medicine, Taibah University, Medina, Saudi Arabia
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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]
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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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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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Decker ME, Griffith M, Ahmed A, Madu P, Skopis PK. A rare acneiform eruption presentation of Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease presenting with concurrent systemic lupus erythematosus. JAAD Case Rep 2023; 40:112-114. [PMID: 37766732 PMCID: PMC10520494 DOI: 10.1016/j.jdcr.2023.08.028] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 09/29/2023] Open
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- Morgan E. Decker
- Department of Dermatology, Rush University Medical Center, Chicago, Illinois
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- Illinois Dermatology Institute, Chicago, Illinois
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- Department of Dermatology, Rush University Medical Center, Chicago, Illinois
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- Department of Dermatology, Rush University Medical Center, Chicago, Illinois
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Li M, Hsu JY, Xie YX, Wu YL, Wei JCC. Ankylosing spondylitis with Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease: A case report with literature review. Int J Rheum Dis 2023; 26:383-385. [PMID: 36324224 DOI: 10.1111/1756-185x.14486] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/17/2022] [Revised: 10/04/2022] [Accepted: 10/19/2022] [Indexed: 11/05/2022]
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We present the case of a patient diagnosed with ankylosing spondylitis (AS) along with Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease (KFD), possibly triggered by infection or autoimmunity. Both AS and KFD involved a similar immune pathway. Hence, clinicians should consider the possibility of KFD when lymphadenopathy is observed, especially in patients with infection or underlying autoimmune diseases.
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- Man Li
- The Second Hospital of Longyan, Longyan, China
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- Division of Urology, Department of Surgery, Tungs' Taichung MetroHarbor Hospital, Taichung, Taiwan
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- The Second Hospital of Longyan, Longyan, China
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- Department of Allergy, Immunology and Rheumatology, Chung Shan Medical University Hospital, Taichung, Taiwan.,Institute of Medicine, College of Medicine, Chung Shan Medical University, Taichung, Taiwan.,Graduate Institute of Integrated Medicine, China Medical University, Taichung, Taiwan
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Betancur V, Net J, Chapman J, Yepes M. Kikuchi-Fujimoto-like lymphadenopathy following COVID-19 vaccine: diagnosis and management. BMJ Case Rep 2022; 15:15/12/e252030. [PMID: 36585044 PMCID: PMC9809255 DOI: 10.1136/bcr-2022-252030] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/31/2022] Open
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A woman in her mid 40s presented for breast imaging after 1 week of painful and enlarged right axillary lymphadenopathy. She denied history of fever, weight loss, night sweats fatigue, cat scratch or other trauma. She received the second dose of Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine 3 months previously on the contralateral arm. A mammogram demonstrated a single, asymmetric, large and dense right axillary lymph node. Ultrasound confirmed a 2.5 cm lymph node with cortical thickening of 0.6 cm. Ultrasound-guided core biopsy showed necrotising lymphadenitis with associated aggregates of histiocytes and plasmacytoid dendritic cells. Potential causes of necrotising adenitis including Bartonella, tuberculosis, Epstein-Barr Virus, herpes simplex virus, systemic lupus erythematosus and lymphoma were excluded. In the absence of any identifiable infectious or autoimmune causes, and given the temporal relatedness with vaccine administration, it was determined that the Kikuchi-Fujimoto-like necrotising lymphadenitis was likely secondary to the COVID-19 vaccine. To date, there has been no casual association made between the COVID-19 vaccine and KFD necrotising lymphadenitis.
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- Veronica Betancur
- Department of Radiology, University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, Miami, Florida, USA
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- Department of Radiology, University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, Miami, Florida, USA
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- Department of Pathology, University of Miami School of Medicine, Miami, Florida, USA
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- Department of Radiology, University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, Miami, Florida, USA
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Daghri S, Belmoufid N, Rami A, Al Bouzidi A, Bouanani N. Kikuchi-Fujimoto's Disease or Histiocytic Necrotizing Lymphadenitis Following mRNA COVID-19 Vaccination: A Rare Case. Cureus 2022; 14:e24155. [PMID: 35592214 PMCID: PMC9110038 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.24155] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 04/14/2022] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
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Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease (KFD), also known as necrotizing histiocytic lymphadenopathy, is a rare and benign lymph node disorder that mainly occurs in young women. It is clinically characterized by fever with tender and painful cervical lymphadenopathy mostly; however, all areas of lymph nodes can be involved. This disorder is often mistaken for malignant lymphoma or infection. The precise pathophysiology of KFD remains unknown, but it is theorized that it may be post-viral or associated with an autoimmune disease. The diagnosis is based on the histological analysis of the excised involved lymph node. The treatment is mainly supportive with favorable outcomes within a few weeks or months. In this case, we present a 24-year-old woman without a past medical history, who consulted for painful bilateral cervical lymphadenopathy associated with fever that has been evolving for one month following the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccination. The initial diagnostic workup was performed and the diagnosis of KFD was confirmed based on the histopathological findings of the excised lymphadenopathy. Therapeutic management was based on oral corticosteroid treatment with clinical and radiological improvement after a few days without recurrence during follow-up. This article aims to report a rare case of KFD in a patient after receiving the messenger ribonucleic acid (mRNA)-based COVID-19 vaccine. Therefore, this case highlights the possible association between COVID-19 vaccination and KFD and this should be considered in the differential diagnosis.
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Miller T, Rogerson T, Kim C, Cord-Udy C. First case of paediatric abdominal Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease in Australia. J Paediatr Child Health 2022; 58:724-726. [PMID: 34254711 DOI: 10.1111/jpc.15653] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/22/2021] [Revised: 04/16/2021] [Accepted: 07/05/2021] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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- Thomas Miller
- Department of Paediatric Surgery, Women's and Children's Hospital, Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
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- Department of Paediatric Surgery, Women's and Children's Hospital, Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
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- Department of Anatomical Pathology, Women's and Children's Hospital, Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
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- Department of Paediatric Surgery, Women's and Children's Hospital, Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
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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] [Accepted: 01/21/2022] [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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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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Kwong EYL, Kuok MCI, Chan WKY. Case Report: Multiple autoimmune syndrome (MAS)-An unusual combination. Front Pediatr 2022; 10:1054025. [PMID: 36458138 PMCID: PMC9707495 DOI: 10.3389/fped.2022.1054025] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/26/2022] [Accepted: 10/25/2022] [Indexed: 11/15/2022] Open
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This is a case report of a Chinese adolescent boy who had multiple autoimmune syndrome (MAS) of a rare combination comprising type 1 diabetes, Hashimoto thyroiditis and childhood-onset systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). He developed SLE within one year of symptom onset, presenting with necrotising histiocytic lymphadenitis and hepatitis. We highlight the importance for physicians to be aware of the need for continued surveillance for developing new autoimmune diseases in patients with multiple autoimmune diseases. It is also essential to remain vigilant for overlap syndrome as autoimmune diseases commonly share similar subphenotypes and non-specific autoantibodies. Long-term follow-up is warranted to define the final phenotype.
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- Elaine Yi Lee Kwong
- Department of Pediatrics, Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR, China
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- Department of Pediatrics, Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR, China
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- Department of Pediatrics, Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR, China
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Smolag KI, Fager Ferrari M, Zetterberg E, Leinoe E, Ek T, Blom AM, Rossing M, Martin M. Severe Congenital Thrombocytopenia Characterized by Decreased Platelet Sialylation and Moderate Complement Activation Caused by Novel Compound Heterozygous Variants in GNE. Front Immunol 2021; 12:777402. [PMID: 34858435 PMCID: PMC8630651 DOI: 10.3389/fimmu.2021.777402] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/15/2021] [Accepted: 10/22/2021] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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Background Hereditary thrombocytopenias constitute a genetically heterogeneous cause of increased bleeding. We report a case of a 17-year-old boy suffering from severe macrothrombocytopenia throughout his life. Whole genome sequencing revealed the presence of two compound heterozygous variants in GNE encoding the enzyme UDP-N-acetyl-glucosamine-2-epimerase/N-acetylmannosamine kinase, crucial for sialic acid biosynthesis. Sialic acid is required for normal platelet life span, and biallelic variants in GNE have previously been associated with isolated macrothrombocytopenia. Furthermore, sialic acid constitutes a key ligand for complement factor H (FH), an important inhibitor of the complement system, protecting host cells from indiscriminate attack. Methods Sialic acid expression and FH binding to platelets and leukocytes was evaluated by flow cytometry. The binding of FH to erythrocytes was assessed indirectly by measuring the rate of complement mediated hemolysis. Complement activation was determined by measuring levels of C3bBbP (alternative pathway), C4d (classical/lectin pathway) and soluble terminal complement complex assays. Results The proband exhibited markedly decreased expression of sialic acid on platelets and leukocytes. Consequently, the binding of FH was strongly reduced and moderate activation of the alternative and classical/lectin complement pathways was observed, together with an increased rate of erythrocyte lysis. Conclusion We report two previously undescribed variants in GNE causing severe congenital macrothrombocytopenia in a compound heterozygous state, as a consequence of decreased platelet sialylation. The decreased sialylation of platelets, leukocytes and erythrocytes affects the binding of FH, leading to moderate complement activation and increased hemolysis.
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- Karolina I Smolag
- Section of Medical Protein Chemistry, Department of Translational Medicine, Lund University, Malmö, Sweden
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- Clinical Coagulation Research Unit, Department of Translational Medicine, Lund University, Malmö, Sweden
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- Clinical Coagulation Research Unit, Department of Translational Medicine, Lund University, Malmö, Sweden
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- Department of Hematology, Rigshospitalet, Copenhagen University Hospital, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Children's Cancer Center, Queen Silvia Children's Hospital, Gothenburg, Sweden
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- Section of Medical Protein Chemistry, Department of Translational Medicine, Lund University, Malmö, Sweden
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- Center for Genomic Medicine, Rigshospitalet, Copenhagen University Hospital, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Section of Medical Protein Chemistry, Department of Translational Medicine, Lund University, Malmö, Sweden
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Ghadiri N, Stanford M. Case of vaso-occlusive retinopathy in Kikuchi-Fujimoto and lupus overlap syndrome. BMJ Case Rep 2021; 14:14/5/e240752. [PMID: 34059537 DOI: 10.1136/bcr-2020-240752] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/04/2022] Open
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A 35-year-old woman presented with a constellation of systemic symptoms: rashes, weight loss, arthralgia and mouth ulcers. Six months afterwards, she experienced bilateral and sequential reduction in vision, and was found to have bilateral vaso-occlusive retinopathy, with critical macular ischaemia in the left eye. Her serological markers were consistent with a diagnosis of lupus. A lymph node biopsy confirmed Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease, a benign condition of unknown cause characterised by fever, cervical and axillary lymphadenopathy. Given that this overlap syndrome was associated with a number of systemic features and had affected the eyes, an immunosuppressive regime with rituximab was considered prudent. This rendered her vasculitis stable and non-progressive, and there were signs of partial retinal microvasculature recovery on optical coherence tomography angiography. There is increasing evidence of an overlap between Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease and systemic lupus erythematosus, which is associated with vaso-occlusive retinopathy. In these instances, a multidisciplinary approach is warranted, with consideration of appropriate treatment in order to prevent harmful sequelae of vasculitis. Our treatment with rituximab abated the disease process, although close follow-up is paramount to monitor results and side-effects of treatment.
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- Nima Ghadiri
- Department of Ophthalmology, Medical Eye Unit, Guy's and St Thomas' Hospitals NHS Trust, London, UK
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Medical Eye Unit, Guy's and St Thomas' Hospitals NHS Trust, London, UK
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Hurtado-Díaz J, Espinoza-Sánchez ML, Rojas-Milán E, Cimé-Aké E, de Los Ángeles Macias M, Romero-Ibarra L, Vera-Lastra OL. Kikuchi-Fujimoto Disease: Report of a Case with Progression to Lupus Nephritis. AMERICAN JOURNAL OF CASE REPORTS 2021; 22:e927351. [PMID: 33677464 PMCID: PMC7949488 DOI: 10.12659/ajcr.927351] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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Patient: Female, 28-year-old Final Diagnosis: Kikuchi-Fujimoto Lymphadenitis • lupus nephritis Symptoms: Agitation • anxiety • arthralgia • diarhea • fatigue • fever • headache • lymfadenopathy • sweating • weigh loss Medication: — Clinical Procedure: — Specialty: Rheumatology
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- Jorge Hurtado-Díaz
- Department of Internal Medicine, High Specialty Medical Unit, Specialty Hospital, Dr. Antonio Fraga Mouret, La Raza National Medical Center, México City, Mexico
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- Department of Internal Medicine, High Specialty Medical Unit, Specialty Hospital, Dr. Antonio Fraga Mouret, La Raza National Medical Center, México City, Mexico
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- Department of Internal Medicine, High Specialty Medical Unit, Specialty Hospital, Dr. Antonio Fraga Mouret, La Raza National Medical Center, México City, Mexico
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- Department of Internal Medicine, High Specialty Medical Unit, Specialty Hospital, Dr. Antonio Fraga Mouret, La Raza National Medical Center, México City, Mexico
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- Department of Pathological Anatomy, High Specialty Medical Unit, Specialty Hospital, Dr. Antonio Fraga Mouret, La Raza National Medical Center, México City, Mexico
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Hospital General Regional N° 251, Metepec, Mexico
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- Department of Internal Medicine, High Specialty Medical Unit, Specialty Hospital, Dr. Antonio Fraga Mouret, La Raza National Medical Center, México City, Mexico.,Division of Postgraduate Studies, Faculty of Medicine, National University Autonomous of Mexico, México City, Mexico
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Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis Associated with Histiocytic Necrotizing Lymphadenitis: A Clinical Study of 13 Children and Literature Review. J Pediatr 2021; 229:267-274.e3. [PMID: 32956695 DOI: 10.1016/j.jpeds.2020.08.063] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/26/2020] [Revised: 07/14/2020] [Accepted: 08/21/2020] [Indexed: 01/06/2023]
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OBJECTIVE To analyze the clinical characteristics and prognosis of pediatric hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis (HLH) associated with histiocytic necrotizing lymphadenitis (HNL). STUDY DESIGN We retrospectively collected the clinical data of all children with HNL-HLH enrolled in Beijing Children's Hospital from 2007 to 2019. The control patients with Epstein-Barr virus-associated HLH and simple HNL (not associated with HLH) were case matched (1:2). The clinical features and prognosis were analyzed by case-control study. Cases of HNL-HLH in the literature were reviewed. RESULTS The male-to-female ratio of the 13 patients in our center was 9:4. The mean age of the patients at disease onset was 8.1 ± 1.2 years, younger than that of the 16 patients in the literature (P = .017). Clinical presentations, especially rash and splenomegaly, and laboratory examination of HNL-HLH group were statistically different from Epstein-Barr virus-HLH group, simple HNL group, and patients reported in the literature (P < .05). Three patients were treated with immunosuppressive drugs or chemotherapy owing to poor control of HLH. One patient died, and all 12 remaining patients survived, 2 of which developed autoimmune diseases. Kaplan-Meier survival curves showed no statistical difference among the 3 groups (P > .05). CONCLUSIONS HNL-HLH is more common in school- and preschool-age children. Most patients have a favorable prognosis. Some patients suffer from relapses or develop autoimmune diseases. Prolonged follow-up should be carried out for patients with HNL-HLH.
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Hua CZ, Chen YK, Chen SZ, Gu WZ, Shu Q. Histiocytic Necrotizing Lymphadenitis Mimicking Acute Appendicitis in a Child: A Case Report. Front Pediatr 2021; 9:682738. [PMID: 34604132 PMCID: PMC8484880 DOI: 10.3389/fped.2021.682738] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/25/2021] [Accepted: 08/06/2021] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Background: Histiocytic necrotizing lymphadenitis, also known as Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease (KFD), is a self-limiting inflammatory disease with low incidence and high misdiagnosis rate in children. Furthermore, cases where the clinical presentation resembles acute appendicitis are very rare. Case Presentation: A 14-year-old boy was misdiagnosed as acute appendicitis and received operative treatment at his early visit. He suffered from abdominal pain, vomiting, diarrhea, fever, and lymphadenitis at the ileocecal junction, which were found by B-ultrasonography examination and surgery. Lymphadenectomy, as well as appendectomy, was performed, and KFD was identified by pathological examination. The patient was transferred to our hospital for further therapy because of recurrent fever and abdominal pain after the appendectomy. His temperature became normal after methylprednisolone was administered, and no recurrence was observed till now during follow-up. Conclusions: Necrotizing lymphadenitis involving mesenteric lymph nodes may cause acute-appendicitis-like symptom; KFD should be a diagnostic consideration for mesenteric lymphadenitis.
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- Chun-Zhen Hua
- Department of Infectious Diseases, Children's Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, National Clinical Research Center for Child Health, Hangzhou, China
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- Department of General Surgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou, China
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, Shaoxing People's Hospital, Shaoxing, China
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- Department of Pathology, The Children's Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, National Clinical Research Center for Child Health, Hangzhou, China
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, The Children's Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, National Clinical Research Center for Child Health, Hangzhou, China
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Lalevée S, Moguelet P, Hurabielle C, Senet P, Pha M, Rivière S, Barbaud A, Amoura Z, Francès C, Chasset F. Cutaneous Kikuchi disease-like inflammatory pattern without lymph node involvement is associated with systemic disease and severe features in lupus erythematous: A case-control study. Lupus 2020; 30:473-477. [PMID: 33292039 DOI: 10.1177/0961203320978519] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease (KFD) is a self-limited histiocytic necrotizing lymphadenitis sometimes affecting the skin. "Kikuchi disease-like inflammatory pattern" (KLIP) has been described in cutaneous lesions as similar pathological features in patients without lymph node involvement and as a potential clue for the diagnosis of lupus. We aimed to describe KLIP-associated clinical and immunological features in lupus patients with a retrospective case-control study. METHODS Thirteen cases of KLIP were included as well as thirty-nine age- and sex-matched control lupus patients without KLIP. At the time of KLIP diagnosis, 4/13 patients (31%) had isolated cutaneous lupus erythematosus (CLE) and 9/13 had (69%) systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) including 6 (46%) with severe haematological, lung, cardiac or renal disease. KLIP features were observed in skin biopsies of different clinical presentations. RESULTS Compared with our control group, KLIP patients more frequently had SLE 9/13 (69%) versus 8/39 (21%) (OR 12.9; IC95% [2.86-58.2]; p = 0.0004) and more frequently severe SLE. Two out of four CLE exhibiting KLIP lesions (50%) developed severe SLE with cardiac or renal involvement after 12 and 24 months, respectively.Treatment with thalidomide 100 mg/day allowed rapid and complete clearance of cutaneous lesions in 6/6 KLIP patients. The need to use thalidomide tended to be more frequent in KLIP patients than in controls. CONCLUSION Our study suggests that KLIP features in lupus skin lesions are associated with SLE and severe systemic features. Despite a limited number of isolated CLE patients with KLIP features in the skin, this observation may warrant closer follow-up on patients with a higher risk of developing SLE.
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- Sophie Lalevée
- Service d'anatomopathologie, Hôpital Tenon, Assistance Publique-Hôpitaux de Paris, Paris, France
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- Service d'anatomopathologie, Hôpital Tenon, Assistance Publique-Hôpitaux de Paris, Paris, France
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- Sorbonne Université, Medecine, Service de dermatologie et allergologie, APHP, Hôpital Tenon, Paris, France
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- Service de Medecine Interne 2, Centre National de Reference du lupus systemique, Hôpital Pitie-Salpêtriere, Assistance Publique-Hôpitaux de Paris, Paris, France
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- Sorbonne Université, Faculté de Médecine, AP-HP, Service de Médecine Interne, Hôpital Saint-Antoine, Paris, France
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- Sorbonne Université, Medecine, Service de dermatologie et allergologie, APHP, Hôpital Tenon, Paris, France.,INSERM, Institut Pierre Louis d'Epidémiologie et de Santé Publique, Médecine Sorbonne Université, Paris, France
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- Service de Medecine Interne 2, Centre National de Reference du lupus systemique, Hôpital Pitie-Salpêtriere, Assistance Publique-Hôpitaux de Paris, Paris, France
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- Sorbonne Université, Medecine, Service de dermatologie et allergologie, APHP, Hôpital Tenon, Paris, France
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- Sorbonne Université, Medecine, Service de dermatologie et allergologie, APHP, Hôpital Tenon, Paris, France
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Huang J, Zheng JX, Yang Y, Zhu D. Necrotizing lymphadenitis : A case report and literature review. Z Rheumatol 2020; 80:274-282. [PMID: 33241524 DOI: 10.1007/s00393-020-00929-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 10/27/2020] [Indexed: 10/22/2022]
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BACKGROUND Necrotizing lymphadenitis is a rare disease. It is often misdiagnosed because of the lack of typical clinical manifestations. It is worth noting that necrotizing lymphadenitis may be a precursor lesion of systemic lupus erythematosus or tumours, so regular follow-up is needed to facilitate early diagnosis. Here, we report a case and conduct a literature analysis summarizing the clinical features of necrotizing lymphadenitis and its treatment and management practices. CASE PRESENTATION A 16-year-old young woman presented with fever and lymphadenopathy as the main clinical manifestations, accompanied by a rash during fever that disappeared as the fever subsided. After completing imaging and laboratory examinations, we excluded other diseases such as infections, autoimmune diseases, and malignant tumours. Finally, we diagnosed the patient with necrotizing lymphadenitis based on the results of lymph node biopsy. The symptoms of the patient improved after glucocorticoid treatment, and she was followed up for half a year without recurrence of symptoms. CONCLUSION In the clinic, young women with fever and lymphadenopathy as major symptoms should be screened for necrotizing lymphadenitis to facilitate early diagnosis and treatment. Although necrotizing lymphadenitis is self-limiting, its clinical manifestations are similar to those of many diseases. Therefore, it is easily misdiagnosed. An in-depth understanding of the disease is conducive to early diagnosis and treatment in the clinic, thereby reducing further damage to the body and reducing unnecessary evaluation and treatment.
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- J Huang
- Department of Rheumatology and Immunology, Daping Hospital, Army Medical University, No. 10, Changjiang Branch Road, Yuzhong District, 400042, Chongqing, China
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- Department of Rheumatology and Immunology, the Affiliated Hospital of North Sichuan Medical College, 637000, Nanchong, China
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- Department of Rheumatology and Immunology, Daping Hospital, Army Medical University, No. 10, Changjiang Branch Road, Yuzhong District, 400042, Chongqing, China.
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- Department of Rheumatology and Immunology, Daping Hospital, Army Medical University, No. 10, Changjiang Branch Road, Yuzhong District, 400042, Chongqing, China.
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Cannon L, Wang E, Becker M. Diagnosis of Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease in an 11-year-old girl with fever and sickle cell disease. BMJ Case Rep 2020; 13:13/8/e234302. [PMID: 32843398 DOI: 10.1136/bcr-2020-234302] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/03/2022] Open
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Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease (KFD) is a rare lymphohistiocytic disorder which can cause prolonged fever and other systemic B symptoms including diffuse lymphadenopathy. Given its clinical presentation, there is often initial concern for lymphoma and diagnosis requires lymph node biopsy. It most frequently affects young women of Asian descent; it is less commonly encountered in paediatric patients. KFD is typically a benign, self-limited process, however, there is an association with development of systemic lupus erythematosus. Given its rarity, it remains unclear if KFD is associated with other chronic conditions. Here we present the third case of KFD occurring in a paediatric patient with sickle cell disease.
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- Laura Cannon
- Division of Pediatric Rheumatology, Department of Pediatrics, Duke Children's Hospital and Health Center, Durham, North Carolina, USA
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- Department of Pathology, Duke University Hospital, Durham, North Carolina, USA
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- Division of Pediatric Rheumatology, Department of Pediatrics, Duke Children's Hospital and Health Center, Durham, North Carolina, USA
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Fernandez-Flores A. La biopsia cutánea en el contexto de la enfermedad sistémica. ACTAS DERMO-SIFILIOGRAFICAS 2019; 110:710-727. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ad.2019.02.012] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/18/2018] [Revised: 02/11/2019] [Accepted: 02/12/2019] [Indexed: 02/07/2023] Open
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Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease (KFD) is a rare entity characterized by subacute necrotizing lymphadenopathy and frequently associated with fever. Young adults of Asian ancestry are most commonly affected, but it has been reported worldwide. Despite many studies in the literature, the cause of KFD remains uncertain. Histologically, KFD is characterized by paracortical lymph node expansion with patchy, well-circumscribed areas of necrosis showing abundant karyorrhectic nuclear debris and absence of neutrophils and eosinophils. Three evolving histologic patterns-proliferative, necrotizing, and xanthomatous-have been recognized. By immunohistochemistry, histiocytes in KFD are positive for myeloperoxidase. There is a marked predominance of T cells in the lesions (with mostly CD8-positive cells) with very few B cells. The differential diagnosis of KFD includes infectious lymphadenitis, autoimmune lymphadenopathy (primarily systemic lupus erythematosus), and lymphoma. Clinicians and pathologists are poorly familiar with this entity, which frequently causes significant diagnostic challenges.
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- From the Section of Hematopathology, Department of Pathology, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor
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Is recurrent Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease a precursor to systemic lupus erythematosus? ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2019; 57:72-77. [PMID: 30375354 DOI: 10.2478/rjim-2018-0028] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/21/2018] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease (KFD), also known as histiocytic necrotizing lymphadenitis, is a rare, benign, self-limiting disease characterized by cervical lymphadenopathy and fever. Since KFD was first reported in 1972, the validity of this clinical entity has been controversial and its aetiology remains unknown. Herein, we report a case of a patient with KFD, which was believed to be associated with systemic lupus erythematosus.
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Salamat S, Chan J, Jolly K, Powell G, Harrison K, Ahanger S, Hari C. Kikuchi-Fujimoto Disease and Prognostic Implications. Head Neck Pathol 2019; 14:272-275. [PMID: 30888636 PMCID: PMC7021859 DOI: 10.1007/s12105-019-01026-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/17/2019] [Accepted: 03/02/2019] [Indexed: 12/19/2022]
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Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease (KFD) is a rare cause of lymphadenitis seen mostly in Asian populations (Kikuchi in Nippon Ketsueki Gakkai Zasshi 35:379-80, 1972). First described in 1972, KFD is a benign and self-limiting disease characterised by lymphadenopathy, mild fever, fatigue, and leukopenia (Fujimoto in Naika 30:920-7, 1972; Lin et al. in Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg 128(5): 650-3, 2003). We present a case of a 38-year-old woman with a 6-week history of cervical lymphadenopathy. Her ultrasound scan and fine needle aspiration cytology results were inconclusive. Excisional biopsy of the lymph node confirmed presence of KFD. The aetiology of KFD is unknown; however, there is strong association with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). Kucukardali reported 9% of European KFD patients and 28% of East Asian patients had concomitant SLE (Kucukardali et al. in Clin Rheumatol 26(1):50-4, 2007). We describe a follow-up algorithm for newly diagnosed KFD cases, based on the current literature. KFD is a rare cause of cervical lymphadenopathy. It is associated with increased risk of developing SLE, therefore early diagnosis and long-term follow-up are recommended.
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- Sebastian Salamat
- grid.415251.60000 0004 0400 9694Department of Otolaryngology, Princess Royal Hospital, Telford, Shropshire UK
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- grid.415251.60000 0004 0400 9694Department of Otolaryngology, Princess Royal Hospital, Telford, Shropshire UK
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- grid.415251.60000 0004 0400 9694Department of Otolaryngology, Princess Royal Hospital, Telford, Shropshire UK
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- Department of Pathology, Shrewsbury and Telford NHS Trust, Telford, Shropshire UK
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- Department of Pathology, Shrewsbury and Telford NHS Trust, Telford, Shropshire UK
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- grid.415251.60000 0004 0400 9694Department of Otolaryngology, Princess Royal Hospital, Telford, Shropshire UK
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- grid.415251.60000 0004 0400 9694Department of Otolaryngology, Princess Royal Hospital, Telford, Shropshire UK
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Hwang JH, Yoo WH, An AR, Choi YJ. Coexistence of systemic lupus erythematosus with Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease involving the salivary gland, initially disguised as lymphoma. Rheumatology (Oxford) 2019; 58:550-553. [PMID: 30521051 DOI: 10.1093/rheumatology/key353] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 10/19/2018] [Indexed: 11/14/2022] Open
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- Jeong-Hwan Hwang
- Division of Infectious Disease, Research Institute of Clinical Medicine of Chonbuk National University-Biomedical Research Institute of Chonbuk National University Hospital, Jeonju, Republic of Korea
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- Division of Rheumatology, Department of Internal Medicine, Research Institute of Clinical Medicine of Chonbuk National University-Biomedical Research Institute of Chonbuk National University Hospital, Jeonju, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Pathology, Research Institute of Clinical Medicine of Chonbuk National University-Biomedical Research Institute of Chonbuk National University Hospital, Jeonju, Republic of Korea
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- Division of Rheumatology, Department of Internal Medicine, Research Institute of Clinical Medicine of Chonbuk National University-Biomedical Research Institute of Chonbuk National University Hospital, Jeonju, Republic of Korea
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Chasset F, Richez C, Martin T, Belot A, Korganow AS, Arnaud L. Rare diseases that mimic Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (Lupus mimickers). Joint Bone Spine 2018; 86:165-171. [PMID: 30837156 DOI: 10.1016/j.jbspin.2018.10.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 05/22/2018] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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Several conditions have clinical and laboratory features that can mimic those present in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE). Some of these "SLE mimickers" are very common, such as rosacea which can be mistaken for the butterfly rash, while others such as Kikuchi disease, type-1 interferonopathies, Castleman's disease, prolidase deficiency, angioimmunoblastic T-cell lymphoma, Evans' syndrome in the context of primary immune deficiencies and the autoimmune lymphoproliferative syndrome are exceptionally uncommon. A proper diagnosis of SLE must therefore be based upon a complete medical history as well as on the adequate constellation of clinical or laboratory findings. While there is no single test that determines whether a patient has lupus or not, the search for auto-antibodies towards nuclear antigens is a key step in the diagnosis strategy, keeping in mind that ANAs are not specific for SLE. In case of persistent doubt, patients should be referred to reference centers with experience in the management of the disease.
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- François Chasset
- Service de dermatologie et d'allergologie, hôpital Tenon, AP-HP, 75020, Paris, France
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- Immunoconcept, CNRS-UMR 5164, université de Bordeaux, 146, rue Léo-Saignat, 33076, Bordeaux, France; Centre hospitalier universitaire de Bordeaux, FHU ACRONIM, place Amélie-Raba-Léon, 33076, Bordeaux, France; Centre national de référence des maladies autoimmunes et systémiques rares Est Sud-Ouest (RESO)-LUPUS, 67000 Strasbourg, France
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- Centre national de référence des maladies autoimmunes et systémiques rares Est Sud-Ouest (RESO)-LUPUS, 67000 Strasbourg, France; Service d'immunologie clinique nouvel hôpital civil, 1, place de l'hôpital 67091 Strasbourg cedex, France
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- Service de nephrologie, rhumatologie et dermatologie pédiatriques, hôpital Femme Mère-Enfant, hospices civils de Lyon, Lyon, France; Université de Lyon, 59, boulevard Pinel, 69677 Bron cedex, France; Inserm U1111, 69007 Lyon, France; Filière des maladies autoimmunes et autoinflammatoires rares (FAI2R), 69677 Lyon, France
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- Centre national de référence des maladies autoimmunes et systémiques rares Est Sud-Ouest (RESO)-LUPUS, 67000 Strasbourg, France; Service d'immunologie clinique nouvel hôpital civil, 1, place de l'hôpital 67091 Strasbourg cedex, France
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- Centre national de référence des maladies autoimmunes et systémiques rares Est Sud-Ouest (RESO)-LUPUS, 67000 Strasbourg, France; Service de rhumatologie, hôpitaux universitaires de Strasbourg, 67098 Strasbourg, France; Université de Strasbourg, Inserm UMR-S 1109, 67000 Strasbourg, France.
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Honda F, Tsuboi H, Toko H, Ohyama A, Takahashi H, Abe S, Yokosawa M, Asashima H, Hagiwara S, Hirota T, Kondo Y, Matsumoto I, Sumida T. Recurrent Kikuchi-Fujimoto Disease Successfully Treated by the Concomitant Use of Hydroxychloroquine and Corticosteroids. Intern Med 2017; 56:3373-3377. [PMID: 29021444 PMCID: PMC5790731 DOI: 10.2169/internalmedicine.9205-17] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/19/2017] [Accepted: 04/24/2017] [Indexed: 11/06/2022] Open
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Kikuchi-Fujimoto disease (KFD) is a benign disease of unknown etiology characterized by lymphadenopathy and a fever. For the majority of patients with KFD, the course is self-limited; however, the optimum method of managing recurrent cases has not yet been established. We herein report a case of a 42-year-old Japanese woman with KFD (confirmed by a lymph node biopsy). Although high-dose prednisolone (PSL) rapidly induced remission, she experienced four recurrences on treatment tapering. Concomitant use of hydroxychloroquine (HCQ) with low-dose PSL induced continuous remission. This is the first case to suggest the effectiveness of HCQ for recurrent KFD in a Japanese patient.
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- Fumika Honda
- Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, University of Tsukuba, Japan
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, University of Tsukuba, Japan
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, University of Tsukuba, Japan
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, University of Tsukuba, Japan
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, University of Tsukuba, Japan
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, University of Tsukuba, Japan
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, University of Tsukuba, Japan
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, University of Tsukuba, Japan
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, University of Tsukuba, Japan
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, University of Tsukuba, Japan
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, University of Tsukuba, Japan
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, University of Tsukuba, Japan
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, University of Tsukuba, Japan
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