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Inn Med (Heidelb) ; 65(7): 690-700, 2024 Jul.
Article in German | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38833003

ABSTRACT

Mucosa-associated lymphomas of the gastrointestinal tract are a heterogeneous group differing in pathogenesis, localization and therapeutic options. For all of them, differentiated treatment requires an exact determination of lymphoma stage. For gastric MALT lymphoma, the pathogenetic role of Helicobacter pylori infection has become evident in the last 30 years. These insights were consequently implemented into clinical practice. Nowadays, Helicobacter pylori eradication is the treatment of choice for gastric MALT lymphoma, leading to complete remission of the lymphoma in the majority of cases. In the absence of success, radiotherapy is available in localized stages I/II E with excellent results. Immuno-chemotherapy is the domain for advanced stages III/IV E, and surgery plays no role any more. The rare intestinal and colorectal MALT lymphomas require an individualized therapeutic approach.


Subject(s)
Helicobacter Infections , Lymphoma, B-Cell, Marginal Zone , Humans , Combined Modality Therapy , Gastrointestinal Neoplasms/therapy , Gastrointestinal Neoplasms/pathology , Helicobacter Infections/complications , Helicobacter Infections/drug therapy , Helicobacter pylori , Lymphoma, B-Cell, Marginal Zone/therapy , Lymphoma, B-Cell, Marginal Zone/pathology , Lymphoma, B-Cell, Marginal Zone/microbiology , Lymphoma, B-Cell, Marginal Zone/diagnosis , Neoplasm Staging , Stomach Neoplasms/therapy , Stomach Neoplasms/pathology
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Lancet Haematol ; 11(7): e521-e529, 2024 Jul.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38843856

ABSTRACT

BACKGROUND: Given the favourable prognosis of patients with gastric mucosa-associated lymphoid tissue (MALT) lymphoma, treatment-related toxicity should be minimised. We aimed to evaluate the efficacy of 4 Gy radiotherapy given in a response-adapted approach. METHODS: We conducted a single-centre, single-arm, prospective trial at MD Anderson Cancer Center (Houston, TX, USA) of response-adapted ultra-low-dose radiotherapy. Eligible patients were 18 years or older and had newly diagnosed or relapsed Helicobacter pylori-negative gastric MALT lymphoma, with stage I-IV disease. Given the expected low toxicity profile of treatment, performance status was not an exclusion criterion. Patients received external beam photon-based radiotherapy for a total dose of 4 Gy in two fractions. Patients with a complete response to 4 Gy via endoscopy and imaging at 3-4 months were observed; patients with a partial response were re-evaluated in 6-9 months. Residual disease at 9-13 months or stable or progressive disease at any time required additional treatment with 20 Gy. The primary endpoint was gastric complete response at 1 year (second evaluation timepoint) after 4 Gy treatment. All analyses were performed as intention to treat. This trial is registered at ClinicalTrials.gov (NCT03680586) and is complete and closed to enrolment. FINDINGS: Between March 27, 2019, and Oct 12, 2021, we enrolled 24 eligible patients. The median age of participants was 67 years (IQR 58-74; range 40-85); 15 (63%) were female and nine (37%) male; 18 (75%) were White, four (17%) Asian, and two (8%) Hispanic; 20 (83%) had stage I disease, one (4%) stage II, and three (13%) stage IV. Median follow-up time was 36 months (IQR 26-42). 20 patients (83%) had a complete response to 4 Gy (16 at 3-4 months, four at 9-13 months); two patients received 20 Gy for symptomatic stable disease at 3-4 months and two for residual disease at 9-13 months; all had a complete response. The 3-year local control rate was 96% (95% CI 88-100), with one local relapse at 14 months after 4 Gy radiotherapy salvaged successfully with 20 Gy. One patient with stage IV disease had a distant relapse. The most common adverse events were grade 1 nausea (nine [38%] of 24 patients who received 4 Gy and two [50%] of four patients who received 20 Gy) and grade 1 abdominal pain (five [21%] of 24 and zero of four, respectively). No grade 3 or worse adverse events were noted, including no treatment-related deaths. INTERPRETATION: Most patients had a complete response after 4 Gy radiotherapy; all who required an additional 20 Gy had a complete response within 12 months. This response-adapted strategy could be used to select patients who would benefit from additional radiotherapy and spare others potential associated toxicity. FUNDING: National Cancer Institute.


Subject(s)
Lymphoma, B-Cell, Marginal Zone , Radiotherapy Dosage , Stomach Neoplasms , Humans , Lymphoma, B-Cell, Marginal Zone/radiotherapy , Male , Female , Middle Aged , Stomach Neoplasms/radiotherapy , Stomach Neoplasms/pathology , Aged , Pilot Projects , Adult , Prospective Studies , Treatment Outcome , Aged, 80 and over
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Medicina (Kaunas) ; 60(6)2024 May 21.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38929457

ABSTRACT

Primary pulmonary lymphoma is a rare neoplasm characterized by the proliferation of lymphoid tissue affecting the lungs. The most common subtype is marginal zone lymphoma of mucosa-associated lymphoid tissue (MALT). Rarely, a MALT lymphoma transforms into a diffuse large B-cell lymphoma (DLBCL). Treatment options include chemotherapy, radiotherapy, immunotherapy, and surgery. Here, we describe a patient with a primary pulmonary MALT lymphoma transforming into DLBCL. The purpose of this case report is to raise awareness of the relevant clinical and imaging features and to emphasize the need for a multidisciplinary approach to optimal management. In addition, we screened the PubMed and Embase databases for similar reports with a confirmed presence of transforming lymphoma within the lungs.


Subject(s)
Lung Neoplasms , Lymphoma, B-Cell, Marginal Zone , Lymphoma, Large B-Cell, Diffuse , Humans , Lymphoma, B-Cell, Marginal Zone/therapy , Lymphoma, Large B-Cell, Diffuse/pathology , Lymphoma, Large B-Cell, Diffuse/therapy , Lung Neoplasms/pathology , Lung Neoplasms/diagnostic imaging , Lung Neoplasms/therapy , Male , Middle Aged
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Intern Med J ; 54(6): 1017-1030, 2024 Jun.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38881453

ABSTRACT

Marginal zone lymphomas (MZLs) are a rare, indolent group of non-Hodgkin lymphomas with different diagnostic, genetic and clinical features and therapeutic implications. The most common is extranodal MZL of mucosa-associated lymphoid tissue, followed by splenic MZL and nodal MZL. Patients with MZL generally have good outcomes with long survival rates but frequently have a relapsing/remitting course requiring several lines of therapy. The heterogeneous presentation and relapsing course present the clinician with several diagnostic and therapeutic challenges. This position statement presents evidence-based recommendations in the setting of Australia and New Zealand.


Subject(s)
Lymphoma, B-Cell, Marginal Zone , Humans , Australia , Consensus , Lymphoma, B-Cell, Marginal Zone/diagnosis , Lymphoma, B-Cell, Marginal Zone/therapy , New Zealand
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Oncol Res ; 32(6): 1031-1036, 2024.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38827319

ABSTRACT

Extranodal marginal zone lymphoma (EMZL) encompasses 70% of cases of marginal zone lymphoma. Frontline bendamustine and rituximab (BR) were derived from trials involving other indolent non-Hodgkin's lymphomas. Only one trial has evaluated frontline BR prospectively in EMZL. This retrospective study reports outcomes among EMZL patients receiving frontline BR. Twenty-five patients were included with a median age of 69 years (40-81). Five (20.0%) patients had stage I/II disease, and 20 (80.0%) had stage III/IV disease. The median number of cycles was 6.0 (3.0-6.0). Maintenance rituximab was administered to 10 (41.7%) individuals. Overall response rate (ORR) was 100.0% (60.0% complete response, 40.0% partial response). Medians of overall survival and progression-free survival were not reached. The estimated 2-year progression-free survival was 85.2% and overall survival was 100.0%. Four (16.6%) patients had infections related to treatment; 3 (12.0%) transformed to diffuse large B-cell lymphoma; 5 (20.8%) had a relapse or progression of EMZL; and 3 (12.0%) died unrelated to BR. BR is an efficacious and well-tolerated front-line regimen for EMZL with response data consistent with existing literature.


Subject(s)
Antineoplastic Combined Chemotherapy Protocols , Bendamustine Hydrochloride , Lymphoma, B-Cell, Marginal Zone , Rituximab , Humans , Bendamustine Hydrochloride/therapeutic use , Bendamustine Hydrochloride/administration & dosage , Aged , Rituximab/therapeutic use , Rituximab/administration & dosage , Lymphoma, B-Cell, Marginal Zone/drug therapy , Lymphoma, B-Cell, Marginal Zone/mortality , Lymphoma, B-Cell, Marginal Zone/pathology , Middle Aged , Female , Male , Aged, 80 and over , Antineoplastic Combined Chemotherapy Protocols/therapeutic use , Adult , Retrospective Studies , Treatment Outcome , Neoplasm Staging , Progression-Free Survival
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World J Surg Oncol ; 22(1): 160, 2024 Jun 20.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38902721

ABSTRACT

BACKGROUND: Thymic mucosa-associated lymphoid tissue (MALT) lymphoma is rare and is known to be associated with Sjögren's syndrome (SjS). SjS is rarely accompanied by serositis. Here, we describe the first case of postoperative cardiac tamponade and acute pleuritis in a patient with thymic MALT lymphoma associated with SjS. CASE PRESENTATION: A 33-year-old woman with SjS presented with an anterior mediastinal mass on chest computed tomography, which was performed for further examination of the condition. Suspecting a thymic MALT lymphoma or thymic epithelial tumor, total thymectomy was performed. The mediastinal mass was histopathologically diagnosed as a thymic MALT lymphoma. The patient was discharged with a good postoperative course but visited the hospital 30 days after surgery for dyspnea. Cardiac tamponade was observed and drainage was performed. Four days after pericardial drainage, chest radiography revealed massive left pleural effusion, and thoracic drainage was performed. The patient was diagnosed with serositis associated with SjS and treated with methylprednisolone, which relieved cardiac tamponade and pleuritis. CONCLUSIONS: Surgical invasion of thymic MALT lymphomas associated with SjS may cause serositis. Postoperative follow-up should be conducted, considering the possibility of cardiac tamponade or acute pleuritis due to serositis as postoperative complications.


Subject(s)
Cardiac Tamponade , Lymphoma, B-Cell, Marginal Zone , Pleurisy , Postoperative Complications , Sjogren's Syndrome , Thymus Neoplasms , Humans , Lymphoma, B-Cell, Marginal Zone/complications , Lymphoma, B-Cell, Marginal Zone/surgery , Lymphoma, B-Cell, Marginal Zone/pathology , Female , Adult , Cardiac Tamponade/etiology , Cardiac Tamponade/surgery , Cardiac Tamponade/diagnosis , Sjogren's Syndrome/complications , Pleurisy/etiology , Thymus Neoplasms/surgery , Thymus Neoplasms/complications , Thymus Neoplasms/pathology , Postoperative Complications/etiology , Thymectomy/adverse effects , Prognosis , Tomography, X-Ray Computed , Acute Disease
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Front Endocrinol (Lausanne) ; 15: 1372661, 2024.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38883595

ABSTRACT

The mucosa-associated lymphoid tissue (MALT) lymphoma subtype, specifically extranodal marginal zone B-cell lymphoma, is a rare variant. Within this subtype, primary thyroid MALT lymphoma is an uncommon occurrence. The literature provides limited documentation on thyroid MALT lymphomas, as their prevalence is comparatively lower than in other organ sites. The coexistence of papillary thyroid carcinoma (PTC) and thyroid MALT lymphomas is exceedingly rare. It presents a rare case of primary thyroid MALT lymphoma accompanied by PTC, thyroid lymphoma not being considered before surgery. A 64-year-old female patient, who had been experiencing symptoms related to a substantial thyroid tumor for a duration of three years, she refused to do a needle biopsy before surgery and expressed a preference for surgical resection. Consequently, the patient underwent a total thyroidectomy along with lymphadenectomy of the central compartment. A histological examination subsequently confirmed the presence of papillary thyroid carcinoma (PTC) and mucosa-associated lymphoid tissue (MALT) lymphoma. Due to the favorable response of the MALT lymphoma to local treatment and the absence of metastasis in other organs, no further treatment was administered for the MALT lymphoma following the surgery. Currently, the patient exhibits no signs of tumor recurrence based on ultrasound and laboratory evaluations. We also provide an overview of the clinical findings on PTC and MALT lymphoma patients already reported and discuss the possible treatment strategy.


Subject(s)
Lymphoma, B-Cell, Marginal Zone , Thyroid Cancer, Papillary , Thyroid Neoplasms , Humans , Lymphoma, B-Cell, Marginal Zone/pathology , Lymphoma, B-Cell, Marginal Zone/surgery , Lymphoma, B-Cell, Marginal Zone/diagnosis , Lymphoma, B-Cell, Marginal Zone/therapy , Female , Middle Aged , Thyroid Neoplasms/pathology , Thyroid Neoplasms/surgery , Thyroid Cancer, Papillary/pathology , Thyroid Cancer, Papillary/surgery , Thyroidectomy , Neoplasms, Multiple Primary/pathology , Neoplasms, Multiple Primary/surgery
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J Int Med Res ; 52(6): 3000605241258597, 2024 Jun.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38869106

ABSTRACT

This report presents a case involving a woman aged >65 years who had been diagnosed with marginal zone lymphoma 3 years prior. The patient was hospitalized with enlarged inguinal lymph nodes, and pathological examination revealed that the lymphoma had transformed into diffuse large B-cell lymphoma. After two cycles of brentuximab vedotin in combination with rituximab, cyclophosphamide, doxorubicin, and prednisone (BV-R-CHP) chemotherapy, the patient achieved complete remission. This treatment was followed by autologous hematopoietic stem cell transplantation and lenalidomide maintenance therapy. At the last follow-up, the patient had been in continuous remission for 24 months. This case study suggests that the utilization of BV and R-CHP in conjunction can result in rapid remission, and it can be followed by autologous hematopoietic stem cell transplantation and maintenance therapy with lenalidomide. This treatment approach exhibits potential as a viable option for older individuals with transformed lymphoma.


Subject(s)
Antineoplastic Combined Chemotherapy Protocols , Brentuximab Vedotin , Doxorubicin , Lymphoma, Large B-Cell, Diffuse , Transplantation, Autologous , Humans , Female , Brentuximab Vedotin/therapeutic use , Aged , Antineoplastic Combined Chemotherapy Protocols/therapeutic use , Lymphoma, Large B-Cell, Diffuse/therapy , Lymphoma, Large B-Cell, Diffuse/pathology , Lymphoma, Large B-Cell, Diffuse/drug therapy , Doxorubicin/therapeutic use , Doxorubicin/administration & dosage , Peripheral Blood Stem Cell Transplantation/methods , Rituximab/therapeutic use , Rituximab/administration & dosage , Prednisone/therapeutic use , Prednisone/administration & dosage , Cyclophosphamide/therapeutic use , Cyclophosphamide/administration & dosage , Lenalidomide/therapeutic use , Lenalidomide/administration & dosage , Lymphoma, B-Cell, Marginal Zone/drug therapy , Lymphoma, B-Cell, Marginal Zone/therapy , Lymphoma, B-Cell, Marginal Zone/pathology , Lymphoma, B-Cell, Marginal Zone/surgery , Combined Modality Therapy
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Vet Clin Pathol ; 53(2): 234-241, 2024 Jun.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38806404

ABSTRACT

A 12-year-old spayed female Dalmatian presented with acute vomiting and anorexia. The clinicopathological and imaging abnormalities included icterus, biliary obstruction, and multiple diffuse splenic hypoechogenic nodules. Cholecystectomy was performed to remove the obstruction, followed by liver biopsy and splenectomy. Histopathological and immunohistology evaluation of the spleen, liver, and gallbladder revealed splenic marginal zone lymphoma (MZL) with gallbladder and hepatic infiltration of neoplastic CD20/CD79α-positive cells. Moreover, we observed clonal rearrangements of the immunoglobulin heavy-chain (IgH) gene in all three tissues. The dog was in good condition without chemotherapy. However, there was progressive elevation of liver enzymes, which could be attributed to neoplastic hepatic infiltration. Chlorambucil and prednisolone were administered until day 108, when the liver enzyme levels normalized. On day 156, the dog developed diffuse large B-cell lymphoma (DLBCL) of the peripheral lymph nodes. Sequence analysis of the clonally rearranged IgH gene revealed that all neoplastic cells in the spleen, gallbladder, and liver at initial presentation, as well as lymph nodes on day 156, possessed the same sequence identity of the amplified IgH fragments. This demonstrated that all neoplastic cells were derived from the same B-lymphocyte clone. The DLBCL was considered to have transformed from the splenic MZL, with gallbladder involvement. In cases of splenic MZL, it is important to consider gallbladder involvement and transformation to DLBCL. Moreover, gallbladder lymphoma should be included in the differential diagnosis of dogs with gallbladder abnormalities. Further studies are warranted to investigate the prognosis of splenic MZL.


Subject(s)
Dog Diseases , Lymphoma, B-Cell, Marginal Zone , Lymphoma, Large B-Cell, Diffuse , Splenic Neoplasms , Animals , Dogs , Female , Dog Diseases/pathology , Dog Diseases/diagnosis , Splenic Neoplasms/veterinary , Splenic Neoplasms/pathology , Lymphoma, B-Cell, Marginal Zone/veterinary , Lymphoma, B-Cell, Marginal Zone/pathology , Lymphoma, Large B-Cell, Diffuse/veterinary , Lymphoma, Large B-Cell, Diffuse/pathology , Lymphoma, Large B-Cell, Diffuse/diagnosis , Gallbladder Neoplasms/veterinary , Gallbladder Neoplasms/pathology , Gallbladder/pathology
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Arch Dermatol Res ; 316(5): 199, 2024 May 22.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38775835

ABSTRACT

BACKGROUND: Following the initial diagnosis of a marginal zone or follicle center lymphoma on skin biopsy, patients undergo staging to determine the extent of disease. OBJECTIVE: We sought to characterize the frequency that these patients were found to have a systemic nodal disease upon work-up as well as the impact of imaging on disease management. METHODS: We conducted a retrospective chart review of patients presenting with a working diagnosis of PCMZL or PCFCL treated at The Ohio State University from 1990 to 2022. Data collected included: patient history, progress notes, virtual encounters, laboratory results, presentation features, imaging, and pathology. Biomarkers included ANA, SSA/SSB, BCL6 and H. Pylori labs, bone marrow biopsies, positive imaging, and need of systemic medication and mortality. RESULTS: 71 patients with suspected PCMZL and PCFCL were identified. 66 of 71 patients underwent imaging. Of this group, 12 patients (9 with suspected PCFCL and 3 with suspected PCMZL) demonstrated lymphadenopathy on imaging. Of these 12 patients, 5 underwent biopsy of suspected lymph nodes, and 3 had biopsy-proven nodal involvement and received systemic therapy. Of the remaining 7 patients with evidence of lymphadenopathy on imaging, 4 were thought to have reactive lymph nodes, and 3 were treated empirically with systemic chemotherapy due to the extent or progression of their disease. Of patients with imaging negative for lymphadenopathy, 3 of 52 (5.8%) patients with received systemic treatment, while 49 of 52 patients (94.2%) received localized treatment. LIMITATIONS: Most of the relationships between this data were correlational and patients selected for this study were limited to a single institution. CONCLUSION: Prospective study of the role of imaging without subsequent lymph biopsy to direct treatment decisions is warranted.


Subject(s)
Lymphadenopathy , Skin Neoplasms , Humans , Male , Retrospective Studies , Female , Middle Aged , Lymphadenopathy/diagnosis , Lymphadenopathy/pathology , Aged , Skin Neoplasms/diagnosis , Skin Neoplasms/therapy , Skin Neoplasms/pathology , Biopsy , Adult , Lymphoma, B-Cell, Marginal Zone/diagnosis , Lymphoma, B-Cell, Marginal Zone/therapy , Lymphoma, B-Cell, Marginal Zone/pathology , Lymph Nodes/pathology , Skin/pathology , Aged, 80 and over , Lymphoma, Follicular/diagnosis , Lymphoma, Follicular/pathology , Lymphoma, Follicular/therapy , Lymphoma, Follicular/drug therapy , Neoplasm Staging
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Medicina (Kaunas) ; 60(5)2024 Apr 25.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38792889

ABSTRACT

Ocular adnexa region (OAR) primary lymphomas are uncommon, accounting for 1-2% of non-Hodgkin lymphomas and 8% of extranodal lymphomas. Extranodal marginal zone lymphoma (EMZL) originates from several epithelial tissues, including the stomach, salivary gland, lung, small intestine, thyroid gland, and ocular adnexa region. Here, we report a 66-year-old female patient who was diagnosed with EMZL of OAR. In consideration of the possible side effect of radiotherapy, such as conjunctivitis, visual acuity impairment, and even retinal complications, she received six cycles of triweekly targeted chemotherapy with rituximab, cyclophosphamide, vincristine, and prednisone (R-CVP) without radiotherapy. Then, she remained in complete remission up to the present day.


Subject(s)
Lymphoma, B-Cell, Marginal Zone , Humans , Female , Aged , Lymphoma, B-Cell, Marginal Zone/drug therapy , Orbital Neoplasms/drug therapy , Rituximab/therapeutic use , Antineoplastic Combined Chemotherapy Protocols/therapeutic use
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Folia Neuropathol ; 62(1): 102-107, 2024.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38741437

ABSTRACT

MALT lymphoma of the dura is a very rare type of low-grade B-cell lymphoma. Little more than 100 cases have been reported in the literature to date. We report a 43-year-old woman who was referred to hospital because of a series of three tonic-clonic seizures on the day of admission. Neurological examination revealed confusion and aphasia. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) showed a contrast-enhanced, broad-based lesion along the dura in the left parieto-occipital area. The suspicion of an en plaque meningioma was raised. The tumour invaded the brain parenchyma with visible extension into the brain sulci. There was a marked brain oedema surrounding the lesion and causing the midline shift 8 mm to the right. After stabilization of neurological condition (intravenous diuretics and steroids), the operation was performed. The diagnosis of dural MALT lymphoma was established. During the pathological examination, it was especially problematic to distinguish MALT lymphoma from follicular lymphoma, but the final diagnosis was MALT lymphoma. Surgical partial removal with additional R-CVP immunochemotherapy (rituximab, cyclophosphamide, vincristine and prednisone) resulted in complete remission. The follow-up period is 1 year. Our presented case of a MALT lymphoma highlights the fact that surgical partial removal with additional immunochemotherapy is an available option in these rare intracranial tumours.


Subject(s)
Dura Mater , Lymphoma, B-Cell, Marginal Zone , Meningeal Neoplasms , Meningioma , Humans , Lymphoma, B-Cell, Marginal Zone/pathology , Lymphoma, B-Cell, Marginal Zone/diagnosis , Female , Adult , Meningioma/pathology , Meningioma/diagnosis , Dura Mater/pathology , Meningeal Neoplasms/pathology , Meningeal Neoplasms/diagnosis , Diagnosis, Differential
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Medicine (Baltimore) ; 103(21): e38303, 2024 May 24.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38787969

ABSTRACT

RATIONALE: The most common subtype of primary lymphoma of the ocular adnexa is the mucosa-associated lymphoid tissue (MALT) subtype. MALT lymphoma of the lacrimal gland is relatively rare among the lacrimal gland tumors, and the early clinical symptoms are atypical, which can easily lead to misdiagnosis and missed diagnosis. Here, we report a case of MALT lymphoma of the lacrimal gland and explore its clinical manifestations, pathological characteristics, management, and pathogenesis, with the aim of helping clinicians gain an in-depth understanding of ocular adnexal MALT lymphoma. PATIENT CONCERNS: A 60-year-old man presented to our hospital with proptosis and diplopia. The right eye deviated and shifted toward the lower part of the nose. DIAGNOSIS: Orbital enhanced magnetic resonance imaging suggested a mass with a maximum cross-section of 3.2 × 2.1 cm. T1 weighted image was isointense, and the enhancement was more uniform and obvious. INTERVENTIONS: The right orbital mass was treated surgically, and the final pathology report was MALT lymphoma. After the pathological report was released, the patient was transferred to the hematology department for further diagnosis and no further treatment was given eventually. OUTCOMES: Seven months later, the patient did not complain of discomfort. Whole-body positron emission tomography-computed tomography, superficial lymph node examination and orbital magnetic resonance imaging revealed no abnormal changes. LESSONS: The clinical manifestations of MALT lymphoma are heterogeneous. Imaging examination is important for assessing the size of the tumor and its relationship with adjacent tissues. Postoperative pathological examination may provide further evidence for the evaluation of the patient's surgical efficacy and prognosis. Management of MALT lymphoma of the lacrimal gland requires a multidisciplinary approach involving ophthalmologists, hematologists, and radiotherapists.


Subject(s)
Eye Neoplasms , Lacrimal Apparatus , Lymphoma, B-Cell, Marginal Zone , Humans , Lymphoma, B-Cell, Marginal Zone/diagnosis , Lymphoma, B-Cell, Marginal Zone/pathology , Lymphoma, B-Cell, Marginal Zone/therapy , Lymphoma, B-Cell, Marginal Zone/diagnostic imaging , Middle Aged , Male , Eye Neoplasms/diagnosis , Eye Neoplasms/pathology , Eye Neoplasms/therapy , Lacrimal Apparatus/pathology , Lacrimal Apparatus/diagnostic imaging , Magnetic Resonance Imaging , Lacrimal Apparatus Diseases/diagnosis
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J Clin Exp Hematop ; 64(2): 86-96, 2024 Jun 27.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38684405

ABSTRACT

To elucidate long-term outcome in primary conjunctival lymphoma, a review was conducted of 31 consecutive patients: 21 men and 10 women with an age range of 28 to 85 (median, 61) years at presentation and follow-up periods ranging from 1 to 19 (median, 7) years. Conjunctival lymphoma was on the right side in 10 patients, on the left side in 12, and on both sides in 9. Upper, lower, or both fornix lesions in 28 patients were all diagnosed as extranodal marginal zone B-cell lymphoma of mucosa-associated lymphoid tissue (MALT lymphoma), while thick nasal bulbar conjunctival lesions in 3 patients were differently diagnosed as MALT lymphoma, diffuse large B-cell lymphoma, and follicular lymphoma, respectively. Seven patients underwent local radiation (30 Gy): as initial treatment in 5 patients and treatment for relapse in 2 patients. The remaining 24 patients were observed without additional treatment after excisional biopsy: 5 of these 24 patients showed relapse 0.5 to 6 years later and underwent excisional biopsy again that revealed MALT lymphoma. Of the 5 patients with relapse, only one with second-time relapse underwent radiation. Fluorodeoxyglucose positron emission tomography was performed in 18 patients and showed no systemic lesions: high uptake was noted in the residual conjunctival lesions of 4 patients and in the relapsed conjunctival lesions of 3 patients. One patient died of rectal cancer while no patients died of lymphoma. Observation is an option in patients with primary conjunctival lymphoma after excisional biopsy. Radiation is a treatment option in the case of relapse.


Subject(s)
Conjunctival Neoplasms , Lymphoma, B-Cell, Marginal Zone , Humans , Male , Female , Middle Aged , Conjunctival Neoplasms/pathology , Conjunctival Neoplasms/therapy , Conjunctival Neoplasms/diagnosis , Aged , Adult , Aged, 80 and over , Lymphoma, B-Cell, Marginal Zone/pathology , Lymphoma, B-Cell, Marginal Zone/diagnosis , Lymphoma, B-Cell, Marginal Zone/mortality , Lymphoma, B-Cell, Marginal Zone/therapy , Lymphoma, B-Cell, Marginal Zone/radiotherapy , Biopsy , Neoplasm Recurrence, Local/pathology , Follow-Up Studies , Recurrence
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Am J Case Rep ; 25: e943275, 2024 Apr 22.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38644602

ABSTRACT

BACKGROUND Marginal zone lymphoma is a low-grade, B-cell, non-Hodgkin lymphoma. Bone marrow involvement (BMI) of leukemia or lymphoma can usually be displayed in fluorine-18-fluorodeoxyglucose positron emission tomography/computed tomography (¹8F-FDG PET/CT) with high standardized uptake values (SUV), while diffuse homogeneous ¹8F-FDG bone marrow uptake (BMU) in PET/CT primarily reflects hyperplastic bone marrow status. This report is of a 74-year-old man presenting with anemia and a diagnosis of recurrent marginal zone lymphoma with bone marrow involvement identified with 18F-FDG PET/CT imaging and biopsy. CASE REPORT A 64-year-old man with severe anemia and body weight loss of 7 kg in 1 month was diagnosed with marginal zone lymphoma, stage III, in July 2011. He went into complete remission in April 2012 after 6 cycles of chemotherapy, with Hb restored. Anemia and diffuse homogeneous ¹8F-FDG BMU in PET/CT were then noted during a routine check-up in October 2021, and recurrent disease was established through positive biopsy of subcutaneous nodules and bone marrow. Subsequent complete remission after 6 cycles of combination therapy was validated with pathologically negative BMI, the resolution of the slightly enhanced ¹8F-FDG BMU in PET/CT, and restored hemoglobin. CONCLUSIONS This report has highlighted the importance of follow-up for patients with lymphoma and supports the diagnostic role of ¹8F-FDG PET/CT imaging and the pathological verification in identifying malignant involvement in bone marrow.


Subject(s)
Bone Marrow , Fluorodeoxyglucose F18 , Lymphoma, B-Cell, Marginal Zone , Positron Emission Tomography Computed Tomography , Radiopharmaceuticals , Humans , Male , Antineoplastic Combined Chemotherapy Protocols/therapeutic use , Biopsy , Bone Marrow/pathology , Bone Marrow/diagnostic imaging , Lymphoma, B-Cell, Marginal Zone/diagnostic imaging , Lymphoma, B-Cell, Marginal Zone/pathology , Neoplasm Recurrence, Local/diagnostic imaging , Middle Aged
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J Investig Med High Impact Case Rep ; 12: 23247096241244732, 2024.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38577998

ABSTRACT

Macrophage activation syndrome (MAS) is a form of secondary hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis (HLH) when it occurs in the context of rheumatologic disorders. HLH is a rare and potentially life-threatening syndrome characterized by excessive immune system activation. It is mainly seen in children and can be genetic based or related to infections, malignancies, rheumatologic disorders, or immunodeficiency syndromes. MAS can present with nonspecific symptoms, leading to a delay in diagnosis. This report describes a case of a 64-year-old female with marginal zone lymphoma and systemic lupus erythematosus who presented with a purpuric rash and acute kidney injury. She underwent a kidney biopsy and was diagnosed with MAS. This case highlights the importance of promptly recognizing MAS's symptoms and signs, allowing timely diagnosis and early therapeutic intervention. This potentially fatal condition tends to respond well to rapid treatment initiation with corticosteroids and to address the underlying condition.


Subject(s)
Arthritis, Rheumatoid , Lymphohistiocytosis, Hemophagocytic , Lymphoma, B-Cell, Marginal Zone , Macrophage Activation Syndrome , Female , Humans , Middle Aged , Adrenal Cortex Hormones/therapeutic use , Arthritis, Rheumatoid/complications , Lymphohistiocytosis, Hemophagocytic/diagnosis , Lymphohistiocytosis, Hemophagocytic/etiology , Lymphoma, B-Cell, Marginal Zone/complications , Lymphoma, B-Cell, Marginal Zone/diagnosis , Macrophage Activation Syndrome/diagnosis , Macrophage Activation Syndrome/etiology
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BMC Pulm Med ; 24(1): 198, 2024 Apr 22.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38649880

ABSTRACT

BACKGROUND: Iopamidol is a non-ionic, water-soluble iodine contrast agent that is considered safe for intravenous or intra-arterial administration and is widely used both in the general population and in patients undergoing oncological treatment. While adverse reactions to iopamidol have been documented, to date, no pulmonary and gastric hemorrhages induced by iopamidol have been reported in oncology patients. We report the first case of this complication. CASE PRESENTATION: We report the case of a 60-year-old woman with marginal zone lymphoma who was receiving antineoplastic therapy. As part of the investigation for the condition, she underwent chest enhancement CT with iopamidol. Shortly thereafter(within five minutes), she experienced hemoptysis and hematemesis. She was intubated and admitted to the intensive care unit. Pre- and post-contrast images demonstrated the course of the hemorrhage. Flexible bronchoscopy and gastroscopy on the following day showed no active bleeding, and the patient recovered completely after antiallergy treatment. We speculate that contrast-induced hypersensitivity was the most likely cause of the transient pulmonary and gastric bleeding. CONCLUSION: Although rare, the complications of iopamidol, which may cause allergic reactions in the lungs and stomach, should be considered.


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Contrast Media , Hemoptysis , Iopamidol , Lymphoma, B-Cell, Marginal Zone , Tomography, X-Ray Computed , Humans , Female , Middle Aged , Contrast Media/adverse effects , Lymphoma, B-Cell, Marginal Zone/drug therapy , Lymphoma, B-Cell, Marginal Zone/complications , Iopamidol/adverse effects , Iopamidol/administration & dosage , Hemoptysis/chemically induced , Gastrointestinal Hemorrhage/chemically induced , Lung Diseases/chemically induced , Bronchoscopy , Hematemesis/chemically induced
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Clin Rheumatol ; 43(6): 2145-2152, 2024 Jun.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38652335

ABSTRACT

The frequency of antibodies to Ku varies in various autoimmune diseases. In 2019, Spielmann et al. identified two types of anti-Ku syndrome based on a hierarchical clustering analysis. Sjögren's syndrome occurs both in the first type of anti-Ku syndrome and in the second type. Despite the fact that increased tissue expression of Ku proteins was noted in lymphocytic cells with focal sialoadenitis of the minor salivary glands in patients with primary Sjogren's syndrome, only 49 cases of a combination of anti-Ku antibodies and manifestations of Sjogren's syndrome have been described in the literature. Some researchers examined patients for the presence of Sjogren's syndrome only if they had anti-Ro or anti-La antibodies, although in the literature, there are descriptions of Sjogren's syndrome in the presence of only isolated anti-Ku antibodies, as in our case. Literature data on glandular and extraglandular manifestations of Sjögren's syndrome in anti-Ku-positive patients are limited. Below, we present the first case of Sjögren's syndrome in combination with the first type of anti-Ku syndrome complicated by the development of mucosa-associated lymphoid tissue (MALT) lymphoma. The article also provides a systematic review of the literature on the association of Sjögren's syndrome with anti-Ku antibodies.


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Ku Autoantigen , Lymphoma, B-Cell, Marginal Zone , Sjogren's Syndrome , Humans , Sjogren's Syndrome/complications , Sjogren's Syndrome/immunology , Lymphoma, B-Cell, Marginal Zone/complications , Lymphoma, B-Cell, Marginal Zone/immunology , Female , Ku Autoantigen/immunology , Middle Aged , Autoantibodies/immunology
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Clin J Gastroenterol ; 17(3): 461-465, 2024 Jun.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38607542

ABSTRACT

A 61-year-old man present to us with continued abdominal pain without abdominal tenderness for 1 month. Blood testing showed elevated biliary enzymes and inflammation. Contrast-enhanced computed tomography (CT) revealed thickening of the transverse colon with relatively strong enhancement but no bile duct dilatation. Colonoscopy revealed localized edema and granular mucosa in the transverse colon. Fluoroscopic endoscopy exhibited the absence of haustra. Multiple biopsies were performed, but differentiation between mild inflammation and mucosa-associated lymphoid tissue (MALT) lymphoma was inconclusive. To establish a definitive diagnosis, transgastric endoscopic ultrasound-guided fine needle biopsy of the hypoechoic mass was performed. Histopathological analysis exhibited the proliferation of small-sized lymphocytes. Fluorescence in situ hybridization revealed the characteristic API2-MALT1 translocation of MALT lymphoma. We performed liver biopsy to investigate biliary enzyme elevation. Histopathology confirmed lymphocytic infiltration within Glisson's capsule. Immunohistochemistry showed positive for CD20 and negative for CD3 and CD5, signifying the infiltration of MALT lymphoma in the liver. Based on these findings, we diagnosed MALT lymphoma, Lugano classification Stage IV. We performed bendamustine-rituximab (BR)-combined therapy. After six courses of BR-combined therapy, colonoscopy revealed improvement in the lead pipe sign and CT revealed disappearance of the mass.


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Colon, Transverse , Colonic Neoplasms , Endoscopic Ultrasound-Guided Fine Needle Aspiration , Lymphoma, B-Cell, Marginal Zone , Humans , Male , Lymphoma, B-Cell, Marginal Zone/pathology , Lymphoma, B-Cell, Marginal Zone/diagnostic imaging , Lymphoma, B-Cell, Marginal Zone/diagnosis , Middle Aged , Colon, Transverse/pathology , Colon, Transverse/diagnostic imaging , Colonic Neoplasms/pathology , Colonic Neoplasms/diagnostic imaging , Colonic Neoplasms/diagnosis , Rituximab/therapeutic use , Antineoplastic Combined Chemotherapy Protocols/therapeutic use , Colonoscopy , Bendamustine Hydrochloride/administration & dosage , Tomography, X-Ray Computed
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