Rare Multisystem Histiocytic Sarcoma on 18F-FDG PET/CT

J Nucl Med Technol. 2021 Dec;49(4):358-359. doi: 10.2967/jnmt.121.262247. Epub 2021 Jul 30.

Abstract

Histiocytic sarcoma (HS) is a rare malignancy with morphologic and immunophenotypic features indicating histiocytic differentiation. We present a case of HS with multisystem involvement, including an obstructing mass in the pancreatic head. 18F-FDG PET/CT is a valuable tool in staging this rare entity and in assessing the response to therapy. Knowing the diverse metastatic pattern of HS will help avoid imaging pitfalls on clinical 18F-FDG PET/CT scans.

Keywords: FDG; PET/CT; histiocytic sarcoma; pancreas.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Fluorodeoxyglucose F18*
  • Histiocytic Sarcoma* / diagnostic imaging
  • Humans
  • Positron Emission Tomography Computed Tomography
  • Positron-Emission Tomography

Substances

  • Fluorodeoxyglucose F18