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PubMed1988

The so-called Hoffman's lymphangitis of the penis: is it a lymphangitis or a phlebitis?

Hoffman's plastic lymphangitis of the penis is a benign, uncommon entity whose aetiology is still unknown. Microscopically there is a fibrous thickening of the involved lymph vessels but the primary localization of the lesion--lymphatic or venous--is still debated. Anatomo-clinical and histological findings suggest a primary involvement of the lymphatic system of the penis, probably related to a prolonged period of sexual excitement.

Adult↗
PubMed1979

[Lymphangitis carcinomatosa of the lung in carcinoma of the prostate: frequency, radiological appearances and clinical significance (author's transl)].

Lung metastases from carcinoma of the prostate usually manifest themselves as radiologically diffuse lymphangitis carcinomatosa. Unlike the pathological findings, a radiological diagnosis is relatively uncommon. We have investigated this retrospectively in 230 patients; in 192, radiographs were available for study. In over 10% lung metastases were found, mostly in the form of lymphangitis carcinomatosa. In view of the bad prognostic significance and therapeutic implications of lymphangitis carcinomatosa, it is important to bear this in mind and to look for it radiologically.

Aged↗
PubMed1979

[Carcinomatous lymphangitis of the lung. Report of 21 cases (author's transl)].

Twenty-one cases of carcinomatous lymphangitis of the lung are reported. In diagnosing them clinical, roentgenologic, and histopathologic criteria were used and the clinical, roentgenologic and evolutive findins were considered in order to emphasize the origin of the primitive neoplasm. From this point of view the principal ones turned out to be carcinomas of the breast, stomach, and lung. The absence of carcinoma of the thyroid gland as a source of pulmonary lymphangitis carcinomatosa must be pointed out. The higher incidence of this condition in older people and the clear predominance in the female sex are stressed. From a clinical standpoint the most important data were the existence of cough and dyspnea, which are often associated with the commom presence of enlarged left supraclavicular or axillary lymph nodes. There was a predominant pure interstitial pattern (the most common feature was the presence of Kerley's A or B lines), sometimes coexisting with alveolar impairment and very often with accompanying pleural effusion. The mean survival rate was 2 months, with a maximum of 7 months and a minimum of 3 days. The results of the present series were compared with those of the literature and the most significant and constant fact in both instances was that two thirds of the cases of pulmonary lymphangitis carcinomatosa had their origin in neoplasms of the breast, stomach, and lung.

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PubMed1977

Benign transient lymphangiectasis (sclerosing lymphangitis) of the penis.

The literature on benign transient lymphangiectasis of the penis (BTLP) was reviewed; reports of 45 cases were collected and a further series, comprising 21 cases, is presented. Both the published and present series support the view that BTLP is associated with recent sexual activity; little support is given for an infective cause and it is confirmed that BTLP is a benign, self-limiting condition presenting in the sexually active man between 20 and 40 years old. There can be recurrences, and susceptibility to them may be encouraged by circumcision in which disturbances of lymphatic drainage may play a part. As so few cases have been reported and few were diagnosed in the present series these comments can only be pointers to further studies. The descriptions in six histological examinations, the reports as `phlebitis' of apparently similar lesions, the report of `sclerosing lymphangitis' in other sites, and the known histological similarity between veins and lymphatics suggest that `sclerosing lymphangitis' is too specific a term. Until further knowledge is available, we suggest that this condition is best regarded as simple dilatation of a lymphatic vessel-namely, lymphangiectasis. As the condition is both benign and transient we propose the term benign transient lymphangiectasis of the penis for the condition formerly known as sclerosing lymphangitis.

Adolescent↗
PubMed1992

[A case of adenocarcinoma of lung cancer with multiple brain metastasis and lymphangitis carcinomatosa responding well to chemotherapy with carboplatin, etoposide and ifosfamide].

A 75-year-old male who suffered from adenocarcinoma of lung cancer with multiple brain metastases, developed left hemiplegia. After diagnosis, he was treated with 4,000 cGy whole brain radiation, but soon after advanced lymphangitis carcinomatosa set in and his general condition deteriorated. He was administered carboplatin combination with etoposide and ifosfamide. Lymphangitis carcinomatosa disappeared, and the main tumor of lung and brain metastases were not growing. We recommended carboplatin for an old patient or one in poor condition, because it had less cytotoxicity and retained the same antitumor activity compared with cisplatin.

Adenocarcinoma↗
PubMed1991

[Pulmonary carcinomatous lymphangitis of prostatic origin, disclosed by acute respiratory insufficiency, regressing by treatment with an LH-RH agonist].

Carcinomatous lymphangitis of prostatic origin is infrequent and usually carries a poor prognosis. The authors report a case of pulmonary carcinomatous lymphangitis related to a prostatic carcinoma. This case was remarkable for its acute mode of revelation and for its favourable outcome under treatment with LH-RH agonists.

Follow-Up Studies↗
PubMed1988

Herpes simplex lymphangitis. Two cases and a review of the literature.

Lymphangitis and lymphedema are rarely reported complications of herpetic hand or genital infection. The natural history of these complications is gradual resolution over 14 to 21 days. Recognition of this presentation of herpes infection avoids unnecessary surgery and antibacterial therapy. Antiviral therapy may have a role in shortening the duration of symptoms and aborting recurrent lymphangitic episodes.

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PubMed1985

Studies on histoplasmosis farciminosi (epizootic lymphangitis) in Egypt. Isolation of Histoplasma farciminosum from cases of histoplasmosis farciminosi in horses and its morphological characteristics.

Isolation of Histoplasma farciminosum from five horses, showing typical signs of histoplasmosis farciminosi (epizootic lymphangitis) was successfully attempted. The mycelial form of H. farciminosum was isolated on Sabouraud dextrose agar enriched with 2.5% glycerol, brain heart infusion (BHI) agar enriched with 10% horse blood and PPLO dextrose glycerol agar. The last medium proved to be the most effective, both for primary isolation and subculturing of the fungus. It was found that on primary isolation, the lag phase of the mycelial form of the fungus was relatively long, involving 4-8 weeks at 25 degrees C. Colonies of the mycelial form of H. farciminosum appeared on subculture as a yellowish, light brown to deep brown, convoluted, waxy, cauliflower-like growth tending to form scant aerial growth. Conversion of the mycelial form to the yeast form of H. farciminosum was successful by subculturing either on BHI agar with 5% blood or on Pine's medium and incubating at 35-37 degrees C. Complete conversion to the yeast form was achieved only after 4-5 repeated serial transfers onto fresh media every 8 days. The yeast colonies were flat, raised, slightly or deeply wrinkled, white to light gray to grayish brown, and were pasty in consistency.

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PubMed1985

Use of enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay for the diagnosis of equine Histoplasmosis farciminosi (epizootic lymphangitis).

An enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay was evaluated for the detection of antibody in sera of equine naturally infected with Histoplasma farciminosum 'epizootic lymphangitis'. Ten sera from naturally infected horses were tested. A hydrogen peroxide ABTS mixture constituted the substrate. The reactions were read as the absorbance values measured at 405 nm using a spectrophotometer. The standard deviation and the average percentage of the absorbance values of the different serum samples were considered in the interpretation of the results. All sera were proved positive with variations in the different samples. Ground preparation of four weeks old growth of the fungus in a phosphate buffer saline was used as antigen. A peroxidase labeled goat anti-equine IgG was used as a conjugate.

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PubMed1975

Traumatic lymphangitis of penis.

The appearance of a firm, nodular, cord-like structure in the coronal sulcus of the penis has heretofore been considered and reported in the urologic literature as thrombophlebitis of the superficial veins. Further study and review of the literature reveal this condition to be a traumatic lymphangitis which is directly related to sexual trauma and runs a short, asymptomatic, self-limited course.

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