Malignant lymphoma presenting as a large mass in the anterior chest wall

In general, the preferred treatment for malignant lymphoma is the cytotoxic chemotherapy. However, the surgical intervention is often required for diagnosis and treatment in cases where the diagnosis is not obvious. In well-chosen cases the surgical treatment can contribute importantly to a good outcome and quality of life even in malignant lymphoma. We report a rare case of non-Hodgkin's lymphoma presenting as a large, rapidly growing mass in the anterior chest wall; resection was the key initial treatment.