Erdheim Chester Disease (ECD): A Case Report

This rare disease is characterized by a symmetrical sclerosis at the diametaphyseal portions of the lower extremities with extraskeletal involvement. Many internal organs and tissue sites, including the kidney and retroperitoneum, lung, pericardium, skin, orbit, and brain may occur. The symptoms and clinical manifestations depend on the organ involved. The prognosis is poor with progressive disease with resultant organ dysfunction. We report a case of Erdheim Chester disease. The patient was informed that the data concerning this case would be submitted for publication.