Imaging manifestations of neck masses in the immunocompromised host

Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection, haematological malignancy, and immunosuppression for transplantation and autoimmune disorders have led to a large increase in immunocompromised patients. Neck masses are relatively common in this patient group and include both opportunistic and severe ma...

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Published in:Clinical radiology 2007-07, Vol.62 (7), p.615-625
Main Authors: Taylor, N, Scarsbrook, A.F, Conlon, C.P, Anslow, P.A, Phillips, R.R
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Bacterial Infections - diagnosis
Biological and medical sciences
Castleman Disease - diagnosis
Diagnosis, Differential
Female
Head and Neck Neoplasms - diagnosis
Human viral diseases
Humans
Immunocompromised Host
Immunodeficiencies
Immunodeficiencies. Immunoglobulinopathies
Immunopathology
Infectious diseases
Male
Medical sciences
Postoperative Complications - diagnosis
Radiology
Transplantation
Viral diseases
Viral diseases of the lymphoid tissue and the blood. Aids
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Summary:Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection, haematological malignancy, and immunosuppression for transplantation and autoimmune disorders have led to a large increase in immunocompromised patients. Neck masses are relatively common in this patient group and include both opportunistic and severe manifestations of common infections, benign hyperplasia, and primary or secondary malignancies. Although biopsy may be necessary for definitive diagnosis, features on cross-sectional imaging may suggest a specific diagnosis or limit the differential diagnosis and facilitate optimal patient management. This article will review critical aspects of neck anatomy, illustrate the spectrum of imaging features, and discuss the interpretative pearls and pitfalls when evaluating neck masses in immunocompromised patients.
ISSN:0009-9260
1365-229X
DOI:10.1016/j.crad.2007.01.011