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A 76-year-old man with hemoptysis and a groin nodule: A case report

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: Epithelioid hemangioendothelioma is a rare vascular neoplasm with clinical behavior that varies from indolent to aggressive. While the clinical presentation of epithelioid hemangioendothelioma may be variable, the diagnosis of epithelioid hemangioendothelioma is based on histologic and immunohistochemistry features. We describe a case of epithelioid hemangioendothelioma presenting as a groin nodule in a 76-year-old man. He was admitted to hospital with progressive hemoptysis, accompanied by a growing, ulcerated right groin nodule. Excisional biopsy confirmed a diagnosis of epithelioid hemangioendothelioma. The patient opted for palliation and died 1 month after hospital admission. Our case highlights an atypical presentation of epithelioid hemangioendothelioma characterized by hemoptysis and a solitary groin nodule, underscoring the importance of timely diagnosis and management.

Source: SAGE Open Medical Case Reports

DOI: 10.1177/2050313x251408865

Authors: Kiera Dolan, Robert Hayes, Mojgan Ebrahimi

Institution: Dalhousie University

Language: English

Topic: Vascular Tumors and Angiosarcomas

Subfield: Oncology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $2,000