[Eosinophilic granuloma revealed by torticollis: a case report]

Autor: C, Ben Meriem, S, Nouri, C, Chouchane, S, Chouchane, M, Said, L, Ghédira, A, Moussa, M, Boubtane, M N, Guediche
Jazyk: francouzština
Rok vydání: 2004
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Zdroj: Archives de pediatrie : organe officiel de la Societe francaise de pediatrie. 13(1)
ISSN: 0929-693X
Popis: Langerhans cell histiocytose is a rare condition in childhood. It presents in different ways ranging from a single bony disease to a multisystemic disease involving vital organs.We report a case of single bone involvement revealed by torticollis in an eight-year-old boy. The diagnosis was evocated on radiological findings and confirmed by histologic aspects. After a period of 2,5 years, this child is in total spontaneous remission.Torticollis must be explored and watched. Eosinophilic granuloma can be a rare aetiology in children. The outcome is often favorable.
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