Malignant Natural-Killer cell neoplasm presenting as a mucous cyst on the distal interphalangeal joint of the finger

Arch Orthop Trauma Surg. 2009 Dec;129(12):1613-6. doi: 10.1007/s00402-008-0794-4. Epub 2008 Dec 16.

Abstract

This case report describes a very rare and highly malignant type of lymphoma, which presents as a mucous cyst on the finger. The cyst was excised and the specimen pathohistologically analyzed. The analysis revealed the presence of a Natural-Killer cell neoplasm. This case illustrates and stresses the importance of a pathohistological examination when doubts arise about the initial diagnosis of a benign tumorous lesion.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Aged
  • Cysts / diagnosis
  • Fingers
  • Humans
  • Killer Cells, Natural*
  • Lymphoma / diagnosis
  • Lymphoma / pathology*
  • Male
  • Skin Neoplasms / diagnosis
  • Skin Neoplasms / pathology*