Spiegler–Fendt sarcoid/lymphocytoma cutis: A focus on nomenclature and diagnosis

Abstract

Spiegler–Fendt sarcoid/lymphocytoma cutis, presenting as an asymptomatic, slowly progressive, erythematous macule of the size of a guinea over the left cheek, is presented in a 7-year-old girl, the diagnosis of which was complimented by lymphocytic exocytosis with spongiosis of the epidermis. Immunohistochemistry revealed wide-ranging T-cell variations, which was more positive for T-cell markers, CD3, of which predominance of CD4 subset was seen, emphasizing its role as a diagnostic tool.

Keywords

• Cutaneous lymphoid hyperplasia
• Lymphocytoma cutis
• Spiegler–Fendt sarcoid