Pulmonary hyalinizing granuloma
Pulmonary Hyalinizing Granuloma
Pulmonary Hyalinizing Granuloma (pronunciation: puhl-MON-uh-ree hy-uh-LIN-uh-zing gran-yuh-LOH-muh) is a rare benign lung disease of unknown etymology. It is characterized by the presence of hyalinized fibrous nodules in the lungs.
Definition
Pulmonary Hyalinizing Granuloma is a rare benign condition that presents as solitary or multiple pulmonary nodules. The nodules are composed of thick collagenous bands surrounded by a palisade of spindle cells. The etymology of the disease is unknown, but it is believed to be an unusual response to an immunologic stimulus.
Symptoms
The symptoms of Pulmonary Hyalinizing Granuloma are non-specific and can include cough, chest pain, and dyspnea. However, many patients are asymptomatic and the nodules are discovered incidentally on chest radiographs.
Diagnosis
The diagnosis of Pulmonary Hyalinizing Granuloma is typically made by histopathological examination of a lung biopsy. The characteristic histological feature is the presence of hyalinized fibrous nodules surrounded by a palisade of spindle cells.
Treatment
There is no specific treatment for Pulmonary Hyalinizing Granuloma. Management is usually supportive and includes monitoring of the nodules for growth or changes in symptoms.
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External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Pulmonary hyalinizing granuloma
- Wikipedia's article - Pulmonary hyalinizing granuloma
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