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Primary malignant lymphoma of the bladder
D A Guthman1, R S Malek, W R Chapman
1Department of Urology, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota 55905.
The Journal of Urology
|December 1, 1990
Summary
Primary malignant lymphoma of the bladder is treatable, often affecting women over 50 with urinary symptoms. Early diagnosis and treatment lead to a favorable prognosis for localized bladder lymphoma.
Area of Science:
- Urology
- Oncology
- Pathology
Background:
- Primary malignant lymphoma of the bladder is a rare condition.
- Typical symptoms include urinary urgency, frequency, and hematuria.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe the clinical presentation, treatment, and prognosis of primary malignant lymphoma of the bladder.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective analysis of 11 patients treated for primary malignant lymphoma of the bladder.
- Review of patient demographics, symptoms, diagnostic findings, and treatment modalities.
Main Results:
- The typical patient is a woman over 50 years old.
- Half of the patients presented with hydronephrosis.
- Cystoscopy commonly revealed a solid tumor.
Conclusions:
- Partial cystectomy, with or without radiotherapy and chemotherapy, is a standard treatment.
- Localized bladder lymphoma generally has a favorable prognosis.