Sinus histiocytosis with massive lymphadenopathy localized to the sella

Br J Neurosurg. 1995;9(4):551-5. doi: 10.1080/02688699550041223.

Abstract

Sinus histiocytosis with massive lymphadenopathy (SHML) is a condition of unknown aetiology characterized by proliferation of histiocytes and lymphocytes, with the former phagocytosing the latter producing a typical histological appearance. Although first described in lymph nodes, cases have been reported in many extranodal sites, including the central nervous system. We report a case of SHML involving the sella turcica producing diabetes inspidus and pituitary dysfunction.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Biopsy, Needle
  • Diabetes Insipidus / pathology*
  • Diagnosis, Differential
  • Histiocytes / pathology
  • Histiocytosis, Sinus / pathology*
  • Humans
  • Lymphocytes / pathology
  • Male
  • Phagocytosis / physiology
  • Pituitary Diseases / pathology*
  • Pituitary Function Tests
  • Sella Turcica / pathology*