Langerhans cell histiocytosis

Langerhans cell histiocytosis (LCH) is a systemic disease associated with the proliferation and accumulation (usually in granulomas) of Langerhans cells in various tissues.

Hip pain

An unpleasant sensation characterized by physical discomfort (such as pricking, throbbing, or aching) localized to the hip.


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PMID (PMCID)
19388604
MIXED_SAMPLE Adult
Langerhans cell histiocytosis of the acetabulum in adults.
Muramatsu K, Suetomi Y, Taguchi T.
Orthopedics. 2009;32(4):.
Orthopedic surgeons should be aware of the existence of this lesion and attentive to patients who report spontaneous hip pain, although Langerhans cell histiocytosis is a rare condition in adults.