Rosai-Dorfman Disease (RDD) is a rare benign proliferative disorder of unknown etiology which usually presents with marked painless enlargement of the cervical lymph nodes. However, it can affect any body organ. Here, we describe a case of simultaneous involvement of the left parotid gland and the thymus. The thymic component of the disease was locally aggressive with direct invasion of the pericardium and the sternum. In addition, we describe the radiologic and pathologic manifestations of the disease and discuss the treatment and prognosis.
Rosai-Dorfman Disease (RDD) is a rare benign proliferative disorder of unknown etiology which usually presents with marked painless enlargement of the cervical lymph nodes. However, it can affect any body organ. Here, we describe a case of simultaneous involvement of the left parotid gland and the t...
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Oman Medical Journal = المجلة الطبية العمانية