Affiliation:
1. Department of Pathology Robert J. Tomsich Pathology and Laboratory Medicine Institute, Cleveland Clinic Cleveland Ohio USA
2. Department of Pathology Summit Pathology Loveland Colorado USA
Abstract
AbstractBackgroundGiant cell tumor of soft tissue (GCT‐ST) is a rare soft tissue neoplasm that is morphologically similar to but genetically distinct from giant cell tumor of bone. A novel keratin‐positive GCT‐ST (KPGCT‐ST) harboring HMGA2::NCOR2 fusions was recently discovered. Fewer than 30 cases have been described; herein is reported an additional seven.MethodsCases diagnosed as GCT‐ST were retrieved from institutional archives and consultation files. The histopathologic characteristics were assessed, and the electronic medical record was reviewed.ResultsSeven tumors were identified in six women and one man with a median age of 23 years. All patients underwent excision; no recurrences or metastases were noted during a median follow‐up period of 7 months. Histopathologically, the tumors were characterized by a multinodular proliferation of keratin‐positive mononuclear cells with evenly admixed osteoclast‐like giant cells and absent neoplastic bone. A fibrous capsule with lymphoid cuffing was frequently seen. Foamy macrophages, inflammation, hemorrhage, and hemosiderin were variably present. The HMGA2::NCOR2 fusion was detected in all cases.ConclusionsOur findings support previously reported hypotheses that KPGCT‐ST is a spectrum of the same entity as the recently described xanthogranulomatous epithelial tumor. Although follow‐up data are limited, to date, KPGCT‐ST appears to follow an indolent course.
Subject
Dermatology,Histology,Pathology and Forensic Medicine
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