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[A case of primary thyroid lymphoma with Hashimoto thyroiditis]
K Gabryś1, P Kaczmarek, M Jeleń
1Katedra i Klinika Hematologii i Chorób Rozrostowych.
Polskie Archiwum Medycyny Wewnetrznej
|November 10, 2000
Summary
Thyroid lymphoma, often linked to Hashimoto thyroiditis, can recur and invade the larynx. Chemotherapy achieved complete remission in this case, highlighting MALT type lymphoma etiology.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Endocrinology
- Pathology
Background:
- Thyroid lymphomas are rare malignancies, often associated with autoimmune thyroid diseases like Hashimoto thyroiditis.
- MALT (Mucosa-Associated Lymphoid Tissue) type lymphomas are the most common subtype of thyroid lymphoma.
Observation:
- A 74-year-old male presented with a thyroid mass, diagnosed as MALT lymphoma co-existing with Hashimoto thyroiditis.
- Post-surgery, the patient experienced tumor recurrence with laryngeal invasion, causing critical airway narrowing.
Findings:
- Chemotherapy was administered for the recurrent laryngeal lymphoma.
- Complete remission was achieved following the chemotherapy regimen.
Implications:
- This case underscores the association between Hashimoto thyroiditis and the development of thyroid MALT lymphoma.
- It highlights the potential for aggressive recurrence and the efficacy of chemotherapy in managing advanced thyroid lymphoma.