Hepatobiliary involvement in Langerhans cell histiocytosis

J Ultrasound. 2024 Mar;27(1):169-171. doi: 10.1007/s40477-023-00811-6. Epub 2023 Aug 12.

Abstract

Langerhans cell histiocytosis (LCH) is a rare, proliferative disorder that occurs primarily in children. Periportal lesions were detected on ultrasound at different stages of evolution. In this article, we aim to discuss the sonographic findings in liver involvement of LCH.

Keywords: Langerhans cell histiocytosis; Liver; Periportal lesions.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Child
  • Histiocytosis, Langerhans-Cell* / diagnostic imaging
  • Humans