Littoral cell angioma of the spleen

Littoral cell angioma of the spleen

Definition

Littoral cell angioma is a rare primary vascular neoplasm of the spleen, composed of littoral cells that line the splenic sinuses of the red pulp. It was thought to be a benign, incidental lesion. However, many recent reports have described it to be a malignant lesion with congenital and immunological associations. The definitive diagnosis can only be made after histology and immunohistochemistry studies.

Also known as LCA, littoral cell angioma — per MONDO

Also identified as

Affected Organs

Organ Involvement Source
Cardiovascular system Disease Has Associated Anatomic Site NCIT · CC BY 4.0
Lymphoid system Disease Has Primary Anatomic Site NCIT · CC BY 4.0
Spleen Disease Has Associated Anatomic Site NCIT · CC BY 4.0
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