A case of non-lacrimal immunoglobulin G4 (IgG4)-related orbital disease with mastitis

IgG4-related orbital disease is a recognised cause for orbital inflammation. As its awareness increases and diagnostic accuracy improves there will be an increased number of cases being identified. This unique case demonstrates for the first time, with histological evidence, a case of a non-lacrimal IgG4-related orbital disease with concurrent IgG4-related mastitis. We describe a 47 year old who presented with a supraorbital swelling and mass. This was initially successfully treated with oral steroids and was later excised on recurrence. Immunohistochemical and blood serum analysis confirmed IgG4-related orbital disease. On systemic enquiry she was found to have a mass of the breast, which was shown to be IgG4-related mastitis. She is currently asymptomatic with no sign of recurrence and is under long-term surveillance. This case highlights the importance of systemic work up in patients presenting with orbital foci of IgG4 disease.     

免疫球蛋白G4相关性眼眶病的临床研究进展

近年来,免疫球蛋白G4( IgG4)相关性疾病作为一种新的自身免疫性疾病,受到国内外医学界的的广泛关注。IgG4相关性疾病以IgG4+浆细胞浸润和血清IgG4浓度升高为特征,同时伴有因全身多器官的纤维化而发生肿大、结节性或增生性病变的自身免疫性疾病。当累及眼眶时称为IgG4相关性眼眶病。目前提出了IgG4相关性眼眶病的相对完善的诊断标准,然而治疗方面还没有公认有效的手段,目前首选激素治疗。本文就IgG4相关性眼眶病的临床特征、诊断和治疗的研究进展进行综述。     

Resolution of siderotic glaucoma correlated with decreased pigmentation in the anterior chamber angle after removal of a retained ferrous foreign body

AIM: To report CT and MR imaging findings of ocular adnexal mucosa-associated lymphoid tissue lymphoma associated with IgG4-related disease (IgG4-MALT lymphoma), a rare but clinically important complication of ocular adnexal IgG4-related disease. METHODS: We retrospectively reviewed all cases of histologically confirmed ocular adnexal IgG4-related disease at three tertiary and one secondary referral centers, between February 2003 and December 2016. Seven cases of histopathologically diagnosed IgG4-MALT lymphoma were identified. CT and MR images were analyzed by consensus of two experienced head and neck radiologists. RESULTS: Lacrimal glands were the main site of involvement in all seven patients. The lesions typically showed well-demarcated margins, iso- to hyperattenuation on precontrast CT, T2 hypo- to isointensity, T1 isointensity, and homogenous internal architecture with homogenous enhancement pattern. Lesions were mostly hyperdense and isointense to normal extraocular muscles on postcontrast CT and MR images, respectively. CONCLUSION: Unlike in typical ocular adnexal IgG4-related disease, T2 isointensity and hyperattenuation on precontrast CT images were noted in some IgG4-MALT lymphoma cases. Although the findings may be nonspecific, the possibility of accompanying MALT lymphoma may need to be considered, when ocular adnexal lesions in patients clinically suspected of having IgG4-related disease are refractory to glucocorticoids and show T2 isointensity and hyperattenuation on precontrast CT for the optimal management of the patients. However, this is a case series of a very rare complication of ocular adnexal IgG4-related disease, and thus caution is warranted to generalize the conclusion.     

IgG4-related ophthalmic disease

IgG4-related disease is a fibro-inflammatory condition with tendency to form tumors with inflammatory infiltrate with IgG4 rich plasma cells and elevation of IgG4 level in serum, which may affect virtually every organ and tissue in the organism. IgG4-related ophthalmic disease may present as dacryoadenitis, myositis, other orbital tissues, hypophysitis or pachymeningitis causing cranial neuropathies. The diagnosis of IgG4-related disease is based on a typical clinical scenario, supportive laboratory data, expected radiological characteristics and distinct histopathological and immunohistochemical features. Corticosteroid followed by the use of long-term immunosuppressive therapy is the most commonly attempted treatment.     

A unique case of IgG4 sclerosing dacryocystitis

IgG4-related ocular adnexal disease, a relatively recently described clinical entity, is important to diagnose because during the acute phase, it responds favorably to corticosteroid treatment. The diagnosis can be confirmed by simple blood tests and histology. IgG4-related dacryoadenitis and generalized orbital disease have been reported; however, this is the first report of IgG4-related disease of the lacrimal sac. We describe an 80-year-old female who presented with a painless erythematous indurated swelling in the right lacrimal sac area with complete obstruction of the right nasolacrimal system. A 9-mm lacrimal sac mass was noted on CT dacryocystogram. Blood tests revealed an elevated serum IgG4 level, and the lacrimal sac histology was characteristic of IgG4-related disease. Corticosteroid treatment was declined by the patient. She was kept under close observation for signs of progression, systemic involvement, and potential malignant transformation.     

The Case of IgG4-Related Ophthalmic Disease with Perivascular Lesions of Superior Ophthalmic Vein Associated with Optic Nerve Disturbance

A 61-year-old man with hyperthyroidism had exophthalmos with dilated conjunctival vessels in both eyes. Magnetic resonance imaging showed that the superior ophthalmic veins had a funicular-like appearance. Cerebral angiography showed no blood flow from both internal carotid arteries to the cavernous sinus, thus excluding a carotid-cavernous fistula. Blood tests showed an elevation of IgG4 (281 mg/dl), and a IgG4-related ophthalmic disease was considered. Steroid pulse therapy was performed, and all of the abnormal findings were improved. We concluded that this was a rare case of IgG4-related ophthalmic disease with perivascular lesions of the superior ophthalmic vein associated with optic nerve disturbance.     

IgG4相关性眼病研究进展

IgG4相关性眼病是一种与IgG4密切相关的慢性系统性疾病,是以血清IgG4水平升高及IgG4阳性浆细胞浸润泪腺、眼外肌、眶下神经等眼部附属器为特征,而且经常是全身系统性病变的首发症状.糖皮质激素对该病治疗有效.本文就近年来IgG4相关性眼病的病因发病机制,临床表现,诊断及治疗方面的最新进展进行综述.     

Pathological findings of infraorbital nerve enlargement in IgG4-related ophthalmic disease

Purpose

We report a case of bilateral infraorbital nerve enlargement (IONE) associated with immunoglobulin (Ig)G4-related ophthalmic disease and describe the associated histopathologic findings.

Case

An otherwise healthy 59-year-old man presented with bilateral exophthalmos and right visual disturbance. Orbital magnetic resonance imaging showed bilateral IONE and a soft tissue mass in the right orbit. Excisional biopsy in the left infraorbital canal was performed. Histopathologic assessment revealed IgG4-related disease involving the epineurium of the infraorbital nerve. The patient received systemic steroid therapy, to which he responded well.

Conclusion

IONE in IgG4-related ophthalmic disease is due to IgG4-related disease involving the epineurium.     

免疫球蛋白G4相关性眼眶病的研究进展

近年来,免疫球蛋白G4（IgG4）相关性疾病作为一种新的临床疾病正逐渐受到医学界的广泛关注。尽管该病临床表现多种多样,但是血清IgG4质量浓度增高和组织中IgG4阳性浆细胞的大量浸润是其共有的特征。该病可累及全身多个器官,最常见的是胰腺,其次为腮腺、胆管、肝脏、肺脏和淋巴结等,累及眼眶者较为少见。目前研究初步显示,良性淋巴上皮病变、特发性眼眶炎性假瘤、Castleman病、黄色肉芽肿、Rosai—Dofman病等几种眼眶病具有IgG4相关性疾病的特征。就IgG4相关性眼眶病的研究进展进行综述。     

Orbital inflammation in IgG4-related sclerosing disease

IgG4-related sclerosing disease is a recently described systemic inflammatory disease that should be considered when evaluating patients with nonspecific orbital inflammation (pseudotumor). Orbital biopsy is necessary to establish a diagnosis and demonstrates lymphoplasmacytic infiltration, fibrosis, obliterative phlebitis of medium and small veins, and variable degrees of eosinophilia. We report the clinical and histopathological findings of 2 patients who developed chronic orbital inflammation as a manifestation of IgG4-related sclerosing disease. The 2 cases illustrate the widely varying clinical characteristics of this elusive disease.     

Orbital Inflammation in IgG4-related Sclerosing Disease

IgG4-related sclerosing disease is a recently described systemic inflammatory disease that should be considered when evaluating patients with nonspecific orbital inflammation (pseudotumor). Orbital biopsy is necessary to establish a diagnosis and demonstrates lymphoplasmacytic infiltration, fibrosis, obliterative phlebitis of medium and small veins, and variable degrees of eosinophilia. We report the clinical and histopathological findings of 2 patients who developed chronic orbital inflammation as a manifestation of IgG4-related sclerosing disease. The 2 cases illustrate the widely varying clinical characteristics of this elusive disease.     

Co-existing ligneous conjunctivitis and IgG4-related disease

Herein, we elucidate that ligneous conjunctivitis (LC) was proved as an IgG4-related disease (IgG4-RD) by a series of pathologic studies from primary and recurrent episodes of an LC patient. LC was diagnosed based on clinical presentation and pathological appearance; furthermore, combined with serological examination and immunohistochemical study, the case also conformed to the diagnosis of IgG4-RD. The IgG4-RD, broadly discussed in recent times, is an idiopathic disease entity with tissue fibrosis possibly involving multiple organs. To the best of our knowledge, IgG4-RD has never been reported with LC. By reporting the clinical course and literature review, we should pay attention to the association between these two diseases.Key words: IgG4, IgG4-related disease, ligneous conjunctivitisLigneous conjunctivitis (LC) is a rare form of chronic conjunctivitis characterized by a fibrinous pseudomembrane on the conjunctiva and the development of firm fibrin-rich, woody pseudomembranous lesions mainly on the tarsal conjunctivae.[1] Similar lesions may also involve extra-ocular mucosa such as the gingiva, ear, upper and lower respiratory tracts, renal collecting system, or female genital tract.[1]The IgG4-related disease (IgG4-RD) is an idiopathic disease entity with tissue fibrosis possibly involving multiple organs. It is characterized by elevated serum IgG4 concentrations and tissue infiltration by IgG4-positive plasma cells, accompanied by tissue fibrosis and sclerosis.[2] IgG4-RD has been broadly discussed in recent times, with a rapidly increasing understanding of the disease and its causes.In this case report, we show that LC may be an IgG4-RD based on the ocular pathological findings, clinical presentation, and serological tests.     

Orbital Manifestations of Immunoglobulin G4–Related Disease in Bilateral Lacrimal Glands,Optic Nerves,Trigeminal Nerves,and Maxillary Sinuses

Immunoglobulin G4 (IgG4)-related disease is characterised by numerous aggregates of IgG4-positive plasma cells in multiple organs. We report two patients who had bilateral proptosis associated with extensive inflammation bilaterally in lacrimal glands, optic nerves, trigeminal nerves, and maxillary sinuses. The patients were treated as idiopathic orbital inflammation syndrome with corticosteroid pulse therapy. As symptoms relapsed upon tapering, a reassessment of immunohistochemical stains of the lacrimal glands confirmed the diagnosis of IgG4-related disease. During 2 years of follow-up, the inflammation regressed spontaneously without any medical treatment in the first patient; however, inflammation in the other patient progressed, and he lost his vision. The extensive orbital involvement, characteristic pathological findings, and slowly progressive clinical course might help practitioners differentiate orbital IgG4-related disease from presumed idiopathic orbital inflammation syndrome.     

IgG4-Related Mikulicz’s Disease Associated with Thyroiditis: a Case Report and Review of the Literature

 Purpose: To report an unusual case of IgG4-related Mikulicz’s disease associated with thyroiditis. Case report: We describe a 25-year-old Chinese man who presented with bilateral, painless swellings of the lachrymal glands, parotid glands, and thyroid nodules. The patient underwent left-sided dacryoadenectomy and the diagnosis of IgG4-related Mikulicz’s disease was pathologically confirmed. The size of the right-sided lachrymal gland and parotid glands recovered fundamentally after one month of glucocorticoid therapy. Conclusion: IgG4-related Mikulicz’s disease associated with thyroiditis should be considered in the differential diagnosis of bilateral swellings of lachrymal glands, salivary glands, and thyroid nodules. Surgical excision is recommended in order to treat the tumor and to ensure the pathological diagnosis. Glucocorticoid therapy should be considered in association with surgery after removal.     

Unusual involvement of IgG4-related sclerosing disease in lacrimal and submandibular glands and extraocular muscles

Chronic sclerosing sialadenitis, also known as Kuttner tumor, is a chronic inflammatory disease of the salivary glands that is reported in a few cases in medical literature. Recent reports suggest that certain aspects of sclerosing diseases, including chronic sclerosing sialadenitis or dacryoadenitis, should be classified under immunoglobulin G4 (IgG4)-related sclerosing disease based on immunohistochemical studies. This study reports an unusual case of IgG4-related sclerosing disease appearing simultaneously in the lacrimal glands, submandibular glands, and extraocular muscles. A 56-year-old male presented with complaints of bilateral eyelid swelling and proptosis that began two years ago. Computed tomography confirmed that bilateral submandibular enlargements also existed five years ago in the subject. Orbital computed tomography and magnetic resonance imaging revealed bilateral lacrimal gland enlargement and thickening of extraocular muscles. Typical findings of chronic sclerosing dacryoadenitis were revealed upon pathologic exam of the right lacrimal gland. Immunostaining revealed numerous IgG4-positive plasma cells. Through these clinical features, we make a diagnosis of IgG4-relataed sclerosing disease in the subject.     

IgG4相关性眼病的诊疗研究进展

免疫球蛋白G4(IgG4)相关性疾病(IgG4-RD)是近年来受关注度较高的一类慢性、系统性疾病。IgG4-RD可累及全身各个组织,主要表现为累及器官的肿胀及占位改变,当病变侵犯至眼部周围时称为IgG4相关性眼病(IgG4-ROD),主要侵犯泪腺、眼眶脂肪、眶下神经、眼外肌和眼睑等。目前,针对IgG4-ROD的主要治疗方式有药物治疗、手术、放射治疗等。随着近年对该病认识的不断提升,治疗有效率不断提高,本文就IgG4-ROD的流行病学特点、临床表现、影像特点、诊断和治疗的最新进展进行综述。     

IgG4-related systemic disease as a cause of "idiopathic" orbital inflammation, including orbital myositis, and trigeminal nerve involvement

IgG4-related systemic disease (IgG4-RD) is an inflammatory condition of unknown etiology that has been identified as the cause of tumefactive lesions in a number of tissues and organs. The role of the IgG4 remains to be clarified fully, but the histopathologic diagnosis hinges upon the finding of IgG4-bearing plasma cells in addition to characteristic morphologic features, with or without elevated seum IgG4. We present a 56-year-old man with orbital pseudotumor in whom, after 30 years of intractable disease, biopsy showed IgG4-RD involving the lacrimal gland, extraocular muscles, intraconal fat, and trigeminal nerve. Six months after initiating treatment with rituximab, his disease remained dormant, with improvement in his proptosis and normalization of serum IgG4 levels. We review the differential of idiopathic orbital inflammatory disease, including IgG4-RD, and emphasize the need for biopsy for accurate diagnosis and to guide appropriate treatment.     

Location and frequency of lesions in patients with IgG4-related ophthalmic diseases

Background

It is well-known that the lacrimal gland (LG) may be affected in IgG4-related ophthalmic disease (IgG4ROD). Recently, IgG4-related ophthalmic lesions other than those of the lacrimal gland have been reported. However, no study to date has revealed the details of these lesions. This study was conducted to evaluate the location and frequency of lesions found in conjunction with IgG4ROD using radiological imaging.

Methods

Radiological images and clinical records of 65 patients collected from seven institutions in Japan were reviewed retrospectively. All patients had been pathologically diagnosed with IgG4ROD. Patients of mucosa-associated lymphoid tissue lymphoma associated with IgG4-related lesions were excluded. Orbital magnetic resonance imaging or computed tomography findings were evaluated.

Results

Of the 65 patients, 31 (47.7 %) had lesions involving the LG alone, whereas 34 (52.3 %) had lesions involving the areas other than LG, including eight patients who had lesions without any LG involvement. IgG4-related ophthalmic lesions included LG enlargement in 57 patients (87.7 %), trigeminal nerve branch enlargement in 25 (38.5 %), extraocular muscle enlargement in 16 (24.6 %), diffuse orbital fat lesions in 15 (23.1 %), orbital mass lesions in 11 (16.9 %), eyelid lesions in eight (12.3 %), and nasolacrimal duct lesion in one (1.5 %). Six patients (9.2 %) presented with visual disturbance due to optic nerve disturbance, eight (12.3 %) with a restriction of ocular movement, and 19 (29.2 %) with exophthalmos.

Conclusions

Thirty-four (52.3 %) of the 65 IgG4ROD patients had lesions in areas other than LG. Lesions were found in the trigeminal nerve branch including pterygopalatine fossa, extraocular muscles, orbital fat, eyelid, and nasolacrimal duct.     

A Clinicopathologic Case Study of Two Patients with Pediatric Orbital IgG4-related Disease

Abstract

The purpose of this report is to describe the clinical, radiographica, and histopathologic findings in two pediatric patients with orbital IgG4-related disease.     

IgG4相关性眼病研究进展

IgG4相关性疾病是一种近几年才被认识的疾病,病因尚不明确。以同时或逐步出现的一种或多种组织和器官中大量IgG4阳性淋巴浆细胞浸润、席纹状纤维化、闭塞性静脉炎为特征,可伴有血清IgG4水平升高。当累及眼部时称为IgG4相关性眼病。任何眼附属器均可受累,多见于泪腺、眼眶脂肪、眶下神经、眼外肌和眼睑。本文将对近年来IgG4相关性眼病的流行病学特点、病理特点、临床表现、影像特点、诊断和治疗方面的最新进展作一综述。