Abstract:BACKGROUND: Langerhans cell histiocytosis (LCH) is a rare condition in which granulomas form in tissues through the accumulation of abnormal histiocytes (Langerhans cells), granulocytes and lymphocytes. Prognosis in patients with disseminated disease has been associated with a chronic course, and a high morbidity and mortality rate. In terms of treatment, etoposide and vinblastine are considered to be the most effective agents in monochemotherapy. Here we report the case of an adult patient with LCH who has im… Show more
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