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¹Department of Haematology, Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre, East Melbourne, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia; University of Melbourne, Parkville, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.

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Summary

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Primary breast lymphoma, a rare extranodal lymphoma, most commonly presents as diffuse large B-cell lymphoma. This review details its clinical features, diagnosis, risk factors, and treatment, including chemotherapy and radiotherapy.

Keywords:

Breast neoplasms Extranodal lymphoma Non-Hodgkin lymphoma Primary breast lymphoma Review article

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Background:

Primary breast lymphoma is a rare extranodal lymphoma originating in the breast.
Diffuse large B-cell lymphoma (DLBCL) is the most frequent histologic subtype.
It is defined by breast lesions with or without regional nodal involvement, excluding other sites.

Purpose of the Study:

To provide a comprehensive review of primary breast diffuse large B-cell lymphoma.
To detail clinical features, diagnosis, staging, pathogenesis, risk factors, and therapy.
To discuss treatment modalities including chemotherapy, radiotherapy, and central nervous system prophylaxis.

Main Methods:

Literature review focusing on primary breast lymphoma, particularly DLBCL.
Analysis of clinical presentation, diagnostic criteria, and staging procedures.
Evaluation of therapeutic strategies, including chemotherapy regimens and radiotherapy indications.

Main Results:

Diffuse large B-cell lymphoma is the predominant subtype of primary breast lymphoma.
Key treatment considerations include chemotherapy cycles, radiotherapy, and CNS prophylaxis.
Other rare subtypes like marginal zone, follicular, Burkitt, and ALCL are briefly reviewed.

Conclusions:

A suggested treatment approach for primary breast lymphoma is outlined.
Future research directions in understanding and managing this rare condition are identified.
Effective management requires a multidisciplinary approach considering diverse therapeutic options.