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[Burkitt's lymphoma of the appendix]
L Bissen1, R Brasseur, J S Azagra
1Service d'Imagerie Medicale, CHU André Vésale-ULB, Montigny-le-Tilleul, Belgique.
Summary
A pediatric case of appendicular Burkitt's lymphoma mimicked acute appendicitis. Medical imaging is crucial for diagnosing appendiceal masses and guiding surgical treatment.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Oncology
- Surgical Pathology
Background:
- Appendiceal lesions can present with symptoms similar to acute appendicitis.
- Burkitt's lymphoma is a rare but aggressive non-Hodgkin lymphoma that can affect the appendix.
Observation:
- A 12-year-old boy presented with right lower abdominal pain suggestive of appendicitis.
- Imaging revealed an appendiceal mass highly suspicious for malignancy.
Findings:
- Histological examination of the resected specimen confirmed appendicular Burkitt's lymphoma.
- The case highlights the diagnostic challenges of appendiceal malignancies.
Implications:
- Emphasizes the critical role of medical imaging (ultrasonography, CT) in characterizing appendiceal masses.
- Informs surgical technique selection for suspected appendiceal malignancies.
- Underscores the importance of histological confirmation for accurate diagnosis.