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Lymphangioleiomyomatosis (LAM) Case 126

A cyst with nodules of LAM cells at its periphery.

Lymphangioleiomyomatosis (LAM) is characterized by a proliferation of smooth muscle-like HMB45, Cathepsin K, and smooth muscle actin (SMA) positive cells as well as lung cysts. LAM occurs almost exclusively in premenopausal women.

 

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Uploaded on June 13, 2010
Taken on May 27, 2010