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.

Skin nodule

Morphologically similar to a papule, but greater than either 10mm in both width and depth, and most frequently centered in the dermis or subcutaneous fat.


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PMID (PMCID)
19328311
 MALE Infant, Newborn
[Congenital histiocytoma: a benign disease].
Steff M, Maillard H, Wastiaux H, Prophette B, Celerier P.
Ann Dermatol Venereol. 2009;136(3):269-72.
We report on a newborn presenting a solitary congenital skin nodule due to Langerhans cell histiocytosis.