Is The Mention Of Rare Epithelial Cells With Histiocytes, Neutrophils And Rare Fibrotic Fragments In A Lung Biopsy A Serious Concern?

Posted on Wed, 10 Oct 2018

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Question : Rare epithelial cells (favor benign mesothelial origin) with histiocytes, neutrophils and rare fibrotic fragments. this is the final report of a lung biopsy

Answered by Dr. Dr. Yogesh D (3 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
No cancer.

Detailed Answer:

Hello,

The report is very clear and it is stating that the specimen that was sent for testing did not show any signs of cancer.

There seems to be some ongoing infection or inflammation though (may be allergic), which is suggested by the presence of neutrophils and histiocytes.

Please do discuss with your treating physician and let them know the report, they will suggest you the future course of action based on your clinical history.

Without your medical data, I can not help you further.

I hope this answers your query, please feel free to write back to me if you have any doubts or questions. Wishing you good health.
Regards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar