17. Mesenchymal tumours case 1

Clinical Discussion Case: Tongue Lesion

Patient Presentation and History¹

A 79-year-old female presented with concerns regarding a lump on her tongue. The patient has been aware of the lesion for over a year. Her concern increased recently following a friend’s diagnosis of oral cancer.

• Medical History: Significant for hypertension and osteoarthritis.
• Social History: Non-smoker; does not consume alcohol.

Case Description and Patient History

Case Activity

1. Identify the pathosis and describe the clinical features.
2. What is the differential diagnosis?
3. What are the relevant clinical investigations?
4. What is the diagnosis?
5. How would you manage this patient?

Footnotes

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