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MS10 - Beyond Lung Cancer - The Pathology of Intra-Thoracic Mimics (ID 27)
- Event: WCLC 2013
- Type: Mini Symposia
- Track: Pathology
- Presentations: 4
- Moderators:G. Chen, Y. Ishikawa
- Coordinates: 10/29/2013, 14:00 - 15:30, Bayside Gallery B, Level 1
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MS10.1 - Metastases to Lung and Differential Diagnosis (ID 501)
14:00 - 15:30 | Author(s): K.F. To
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MS10.2 - Salivary Gland Tumours and Lymphoepithelioma-Like Carcinoma (ID 502)
14:00 - 15:30 | Author(s): L. Chirieac
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MS10.3 - Pleural Neoplasms (ID 503)
14:00 - 15:30 | Author(s): S. Klebe, D.W. Henderson
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Pleural neoplasms may be difficult to diagnose because they must be distinguished from metastatic malignancy involving the pleura, and from benign reactive processes causing pleural thickening. In contrast to primary lung neoplasms, primary pleural neoplasms are uncommon, with secondary involvement being more frequent. A correct diagnosis is important, so that appropriate therapy can be delivered. Also, the diagnosis may affect the pateint’s prospects for compensation. The most common primary pleural neoplasm is mesothelioma, but compared to lung tumours even mesotheliomas are relatively rare. Mesotheliomas exhibit a wide variety of histologic patterns, which may be confused with other neoplasms. Here we consider those other pleural lesions that must be differentiated from mesothelioma. Secondary Malignant Neoplasms Affecting the Pleura Secondary neoplasms represent the most common malignancy affecting the pleura, with lung carcinoma being the most common, followed by metastatic breast cancer, malignant lymphoma, (including Hodgkin and non-Hodgkin malignant lymphomas). Metastatic carcinomas of ovarian or gastric origin, malignant melanoma and sarcomas account for only a small percentage of cancer-associated pleural disease (about 5%). Some of these may show diffuse infiltration of the pleura in a pattern indistinguishable from pleural malignant mesothelioma macroscopically and radiologically. The majority of such so-called pseudomesotheliomatous neoplasms originate from the lung, but metastases from kidney, thyroid gland, larynx, stomach and cutaneous malignant melanoma as well as various sarcomas, including malignant phyllodes tumor, have also been described. Renal cell carcinoma (RCC) and amelanotic malignant melanoma may also metastasize to the pleura. RCCs with a sarcomatoid pattern can present a diagnostic problem. Labelling for RCC-related markers such as CD10 can also be seen in mesotheliomas and in sarcomatoid RCCs, the other RCC markers may be negative: correlation with imaging studies is imperative. Rare cases of sarcoma metastatic to the pleura may mascerade as mesothelioma and comprehensive clinical history is of highest imprtance. Other Neoplasms Arising in the Pleura Thymoma Affecting the Pleura Thymoma may spread into the pleura from an anterior mediastinal thymoma, but primary pleural thymomas are described and can present as localised masses or with diffuse pleural thickening. The concept of primary pleural thymoma has become accepted, but only about 25–30 cases have been reported to date. Spindle Cell Neoplasms Synovial sarcoma of the pleura Both biphasic and monophasic synovial sarcomas (SySa) are characterized by a distinctive t(X;18) chromosomal translocation and the production of the resultant alternative fusion genes, SYT-SSX1 or SYT-SSX2. SySa are well recognised as primary intrathoracic neoplasms in the pleura, where they can be confused with biphasic or sarcomatoid mesothelioma, carcinosarcoma /spindle cell carcinoma, or a biphasic pulmonary blastoma. Clinical features, immunohistochemistry and electron microscopsy are of limited usefulness and it is the detection of the t(X;18) chromosomal translocation and expression of the resultant SYT-SSX1 or SYT-SSX2 that is diagnostic of SySa. This can be done by FISH, but PCR is more sensitive and we consider molecular analysis of t(X;18) to be mandatory for discrimination between a genuine pleural SySa versus a biphasic or monophasic mesothelioma with histological appearances that mimic SySa. Solitary Fibrous Tumors (SFTs) Of Pleura Solitary fibrous tumors (SFTs) are uncommon localized spindle-cell fibroblastoid neoplasms. They most commonly arise in relation to the visceral pleura (~80%) or the parietal pleura, but they can occur in the mediastinum, lung parenchyma or related to pericardium or diaphragm. Terms such as submesothelial fibroma, fibrous mesothelioma and localized fibrous tumor have been used as synonyms in the past. Localized fibrous tumor might be the best term, because multiple simultaneous tumours have been described but 'SFT' is well established. Thoracic SFTs can vary greatly in size abd have a peak incidence between the 4[th] and 6[th] decade. SFTs are often incidental findings in asymptomatic patients, and the radiologic appearances may suggest the diagnosis, but a biopsy is always required. Symptoms can be related to the size and site of the tumor with compression of surrounding tissues. The histology ranges from the 'patternless pattern' of Stout to 'herringbone', cellular, myxoid and hemangiopericytic or angiofibromatoid areas. The mitotic index may be useful to predict malignant behaviour. Desmoid Tumors of the Pleura Desmoid tumors in the region of the chest wall are well recognized and can impinge upon the parietal pleura, but primary desmoid tumors of the pleura and lung are extremely rare. Benign and Malignant Nerve Sheath Tumors Neoplasms that have histologic and immunohistochemical features of nerve sheath tumors can occur as primary tumours in the pleural cavity. Benign ones typically show Verocay bodies and Antoni A and B areas. When malignant, these cells can cause major diagnostic confusion. Immunohistochemical staining with neural markers such as S100 protein is helpful to confirm a neurogenic origin. Inflammatory Myofibroblastic Tumors Inflammatory pseudotumors (plasma cell granuloma; inflammatory myofibroblastic tumor) may occasionally involve the pleura. They consist of of a proliferation of spindle cells with varying numbers of inflammatory cells, with prominene of plasma cells. Current thinking favours the concept that these are neoplastic lesions with the capacity in some cases for multicentricity, angioinvasion and metastasis (especially in older patients in whom IHC for anaplastic lymphoma kinsae (ALK) is negative). Epithelioid Hemangioendothelioma of the Pleura Epithelioid hemangioendothelioma is a malignant angioformative neoplasm, where the neoplastic endothelial cells are epithelioid and sometimes quite bland in appearance. The pattern in H&E-stained sections may be virtually indistinguishable from mesothelioma, and both may label for thrombomodulin and in some cases, cytokeratins. Labelling for endothelial markers such as CD31, CD34 or factor VIII-RAG aids in the diagnosis. Pleuropulmonary Blastoma Pleuropulmonary blastomas are rare in the pleura and mostly occur in early childhood. Tumours consist of primitive cells underneath an epithelium with a cambium layer-like appearance as seen in sarcoma botryoides. Rhabdomyoblasts may be found and anaplastic sarcomatous elements, such as embrynal rhabdomyosarcoma, fibrous sarcoma, chondrosarcoma and undifferentiated sarcoma, may be present. Pleural Lymphomas Primary pleural lymphomas are rare, with primary effusion lymphoma (PEL) and pyothorax-associated lymphoma being the most common. In our experience, most cases of pleural lymphoma represent secondary spread in cases of previously-diagnosed extrapleural lymphoma.Only Members that have purchased this event or have registered via an access code will be able to view this content. To view this presentation, please login, select "Add to Cart" and proceed to checkout. 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MS10.4 - Pulmonary Sarcomas (ID 504)
14:00 - 15:30 | Author(s): I. Petersen
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