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Primary cutaneous aggressive epidermotropic CD8 positive cytotoxic T-cell lymphoma of the ear

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  14 December 2006

Z Fika ,
P D Karkos ,
K Badran  and
R E Williams
Z Fika
Affiliation:
Department of Dermatology, Glan Clwyd Hospital, North Wales
P D Karkos
Affiliation:
Department of Otolaryngology, Countess of Chester Hospital, Chester, UK
K Badran
Affiliation:
Department of Otolaryngology, Countess of Chester Hospital, Chester, UK
R E Williams
Affiliation:
Department of Dermatology, Glan Clwyd Hospital, North Wales
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Abstract

We report a case of an epidermotropic CD8+ cutaneous T-cell lymphoma which initially presented as an ulcerated lesion of the pinna. Although T-cell lymphomas may present as cutaneous lesions, the ear is rarely involved. This uncommon presentation and the need for multiple biopsies means that the diagnosis of these lesions may be delayed or missed. A high index of suspicion is required when evaluating cutaneous lesions in the head and neck area.

Keywords

Cutaneous T-cell LymphomaEarCD8 Positive Lymphocytes
Type
Clinical Records
Information
The Journal of Laryngology & Otology , Volume 121 , Issue 5 , May 2007 , pp. 503 - 505
Copyright
2006 JLO (1984) Limited

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