Lipomatous Metaplasia in a Warthin Tumor: A Rare Histopathological Finding

Üzümcü A., Büyük M., Baysal B. N., Berker N., Güllüoğlu M.

HEAD & NECK PATHOLOGY, vol.19, no.1, 2025 (ESCI, Scopus) identifier identifier identifier

  • Publication Type: Article / Article
  • Volume: 19 Issue: 1
  • Publication Date: 2025
  • Doi Number: 10.1007/s12105-025-01822-x
  • Journal Name: HEAD & NECK PATHOLOGY
  • Journal Indexes: Emerging Sources Citation Index (ESCI), Scopus, MEDLINE
  • Istanbul University Affiliated: Yes

Abstract

We present a case of Warthin tumor (WT) exhibiting lipomatous metaplasia. This rare histopathological feature can mimic lipomatous lesions, particularly in hypocellular samples, and should be recognized as a potential diagnostic pitfall. Recognition of this feature is important to avoid diagnostic errors.