[MIC2 (CD99) as a diagnostic marker for TdT-negative B lymphoblastic lymphoma].

Lymphoblastic lymphoma (LBL) is a rare hematologic malignancy that originates from immature lymphocytes and usually expresses terminal deoxynucleotidyl transferase (TdT). Here, we report a case of TdT-negative B-LBL. A 71-year-old male patient presented to a hospital with shortness of breath. His chest computed tomography showed a mediastinal mass. Tumor cells did not express TdT but expressed MIC2, which led to LBL diagnosis. MIC2 is a useful marker for LBL diagnosis.

[Primary effusion lymphoma-like lymphoma transformed to diffuse large B-cell lymphoma].

A rare kind of malignant lymphoma, called primary effusion lymphoma (PEL) is associated with human herpesvirus 8 (HHV-8), and characterized by lymphomatous effusion in the bodily cavities. Although the initial clinical presentation of primary effusion lymphoma-like lymphoma (PEL-LL) is similar to that of PEL, PEL-LL is HHV-8 negative and has a favorable prognosis. A PEL-LL diagnosis was made after an 88-year-old man was admitted to our hospital with a pleural effusion. His disease regressed after effusion drainage. He demonstrated disease progression to diffuse large B-cell lymphoma after two years and ten months. Our example demonstrates that aggressive B-cell lymphoma can develop from PEL-LL.

Complete pathologic response after laparoscopic hepatectomy following treatment with nivolumab and ipilimumab for anticancer drug-resistant MSI-high colon cancer liver metastasis consisting of poorly differentiated adenocarcinoma with squamous differentiation: A case report.

A 56-year-old man referred to our hospital for cecum cancer. Enhanced computed tomography (CT) found swollen reginal lymph nodes and liver metastasis. Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) revealed a solitary lesion on liver (S2). We performed a laparoscopic ileocolic resection and liver partial resection. Tumor pathology showed that these tumors were moderate-differentiated adenocarcinoma (pT3N2bM1 Stage IVA). Genetic examination revealed MSI-high, KRAS wild type, and BRAF wild type. After surgery, two liver metastases were found in S4 and S7 as new lesion in EOB-MRI. We started chemotherapy with the FOLFOFIRI plus bevacizumab regimen, but two liver metastases were enlarged after six cycles of chemotherapy. As a second-line treatment, nivolumab and ipilimumab combination therapy was started. After three cycles of these therapy, both of these tumors shrinkage were observed. We performed laparoscopic liver resection. In specimens, there were no malignant cells. Pathological study revealed that in the initial surgery specimen, PD-L1 protein was detected in both primary and metastatic lesions, and HLA-DR, CK5/6 in liver. No recurrence was observed at 6 months after the surgery. In conclusion, we reported the case of anticancer drug-resistant MSI-high colon cancer liver metastasis was resected after treatment with immune-checkpoint inhibitors and a pathological complete response was found.

Acquired Amegakaryocytic Thrombocytopenia Associated With Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia.

Acquired amegakaryocytic thrombocytopenia (AATP) is a thrombocytopenic disorder characterized by a decrease in megakaryocytes in the bone marrow. AATP is effectively treated with immunosuppressive therapy. We report a case of a 68-years-old male referred to us due to purpuric lesions on the extremities and was noted to be thrombocytopenic. Bone marrow biopsy showed AATP with autoimmune hemolytic anemia (AIHA). Only two cases of AATP associated with AIHA have been reported. AATP should be differentiated carefully from other causes of peripheral destruction of platelets, such as immune thrombocytopenia (ITP).

Pathologic complete response after laparoscopic surgery following treatment with nivolumab and ipilimumab for anticancer drug-resistant MSI-high descending colon cancer: a case report and literature review.

BACKGROUND: Preoperative treatment is performed for locally advanced colon cancer with extensive tumor proximity or suspected invasion of skeletal muscles, major organs, and blood vessels. Oxaliplatin-based regimens are often used in preoperative chemotherapy. However, microsatellite instability (MSI)-high colorectal cancer is often resistant to cytotoxic anticancer agents. Herein, we describe a case of treatment of anticancer drug-resistant MSI-high locally advanced colon cancer and review cases of complete response to immune checkpoint inhibitor therapy for colorectal cancer. CASE PRESENTATION: A 57-year-old woman was referred to our hospital with a large tumor in the descending colon and extensive thoracic and abdominal wall involvement, including the ribs and diaphragm. No distant metastasis was observed. The tumor had perforated the abdominal wall and formed an abscess. Upon visiting our hospital, emergency surgery was performed. An abdominal wall incision was made to drain the abscess and laparoscopic colostomy was performed. Histopathological examination of biopsy specimens revealed an adenocarcinoma with positive immunohistochemical expressions of both CDX2 and CK20. The patient was diagnosed with a descending colon cancer. Genetic examination found MSI-high, Kras mutation (F12G), and wild-type BRAF. After the inflammation improved, chemotherapy with the FOLFIRI regimen was initiated, but the tumor grew rapidly. As a second-line treatment, nivolumab and ipilimumab combination therapy was initiated. After four cycles of these therapies, the patient was administered nivolumab alone for five cycles. Tumor shrinkage was observed and radical surgery was performed. The patient underwent laparoscopic descending colon and partial thoracic and abdominal wall resection. The abdominal wall muscle was dissected from the abdominal cavity, and subcutaneous tissues, diaphragm, ribs were dissected from the body surface. Pathological examination revealed mucus components, fibrous tissues, and no malignant cells, indicating a complete pathological response (pCR). The patient had a good postoperative course and returned to work after being discharged. No recurrence was observed six months postoperatively. CONCLUSIONS: Herein, we report a case of anticancer drug-resistant MSI-high colon cancer that was resected after treatment with immune checkpoint inhibitors, and a pCR was achieved. This new treatment strategy can be used for the treatment of cases that are not responsive to conventional therapies.

Hemodialysis Associated with Severe and Unpredictable Hypoglycemia.

We herein report the case of a 68-year-old man receiving hemodialysis who developed severe hypoglycemia. He became unconscious and exhibited a blood glucose level below 10 mg/dL. We ruled out the possibility of other causes; however, severe hypoglycemia was observed even after starting glucose injections. The patient developed pneumonia and finally died. Although we conducted an autopsy, there were no specific findings explaining the severe hypoglycemia. We believe that carnitine deficiency was possibly involved in the severe hypoglycemia observed in this case. Physicians should be aware of the possibility of carnitine deficiency and/or severe hypoglycemia, especially in hemodialysis patients with malnutrition.

Case of disseminated pyomyositis in poorly controlled type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic ketoacidosis.

Primary pyomyositis is a pyogenic and uncommon infection of skeletal muscle, which is mainly observed in tropical areas and/or human immunodeficiency virus patients. In non-human immunodeficiency virus infected patients, the most common cause is diabetes mellitus. Because of its rarity, the accurate diagnosis is often challenging. Staphylococcus aureus is the most common causative bacteria. According to the severity, pyomyositis is divided into three stages, and the late stage is occasionally lethal. The present case was compatible with the most advanced stage. Therefore, it was very difficult to save her life without precise and timely diagnosis. Furthermore, in the invasive stage, surgical drainage and broad-spectrum antibiotics should be given for a long enough period. Here, we report a case of a Japanese woman who developed disseminated abscesses under poorly controlled diabetic conditions accompanied by ketoacidosis, but was successfully treated without any sequelae.

Perturbation of secretory Ig A in saliva and its daily variation by academic stress.

OBJECTIVES: Several studies have reported that the secretory immunoglobulin A (S-IgA) concentration in saliva is an indicator of psychological stress. The aim of this study was to clarify the relationship between S-IgA and the stress from academic examinations. METHODS: S-IgA levels in 10 medical student volunteers from the second year course between May 4 and July 13, 2000 were examined using the ELISA method. RESULTS: There was a tendency for S-IgA in saliva to be higher on the day before academic examinations and during them, and lower on the days between these examinations. CONCLUSIONS: It may be possible to use this measurement to monitor psychological stress in students and workers.