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Current concepts of Kimura disease: pathophysiology and evolution of treatment

Year: 2022

Type: article

Abstract: Kimura disease (KD) is a chronic inflammatory disorder that frequently involves the subcutaneous tissue of the head and neck regions. It often manifests as regional lymphadenopathy or salivary gland enlargement in the affected area. The histologic architecture of the lymph nodes in KD patients is preserved, while the affected tissues show follicular hyperplasia and eosinophilic infiltration. No single modality has been adopted as an optimal treatment for KD. This article concentrates on the fundamental features of KD and reviews current approaches to its treatment.

Source: Archives of Craniofacial Surgery

DOI: 10.7181/acfs.2022.01053

Authors: Woo Ju Kim, Han Koo Kim

Institutions: Chung-Ang University Gwangmyeong Hospital, Chung-Ang University Hospital, Chung-Ang University Healthcare System, Chung-Ang University

Language: English

Topic: Vascular Tumors and Angiosarcomas

Subfield: Oncology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4313257537