Langerhans cell histiocytosis involving the sphenoid sinus and superior orbital fissure

AJNR Am J Neuroradiol. 1995 Apr;16(4 Suppl):964-7.

Abstract

We report Langerhans cell histiocytosis involving the sphenoid sinus and extending to the orbital apex. MR and CT imaging, particularly with contrast, both were helpful in defining the extent of the lesion before treatment. MR was a useful examination for follow-up after treatment. Langerhans cell histiocytosis should be considered in the differential diagnosis of lesions of this region in the pediatric age group.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adolescent
  • Biopsy
  • Diagnosis, Differential
  • Follow-Up Studies
  • Histiocytosis, Langerhans-Cell / diagnosis*
  • Histiocytosis, Langerhans-Cell / pathology
  • Humans
  • Magnetic Resonance Imaging
  • Male
  • Orbit / pathology
  • Orbital Diseases / diagnosis*
  • Orbital Diseases / pathology
  • Paranasal Sinus Diseases / diagnosis*
  • Paranasal Sinus Diseases / pathology
  • Sphenoid Sinus / pathology*
  • Tomography, X-Ray Computed