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Diffuse Large B Cell Lymphoma of Larynx.
Vibhor Sharma1, Sumit Gupta2, Mehul Patel3
1Department of Medical Oncology.
The Journal of the Association of Physicians of India
|November 28, 2018
Summary
Extranodal lymphomas of the larynx are rare, with diffuse large B cell lymphoma being a challenging diagnosis. Combination chemotherapy and radiotherapy proved effective for this laryngeal cancer case.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Hematology
Background:
- Extranodal lymphomas of the larynx are exceptionally rare, comprising less than 1% of all laryngeal tumors.
- Primary laryngeal lymphoma presents diagnostic challenges.
Purpose of the Study:
- To report a rare case of diffuse large B cell lymphoma of the larynx.
- To highlight treatment strategies for this uncommon malignancy.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective review of a single patient case record.
- Analysis of presenting complaints, examination findings, and investigations.
- Evaluation of treatment and outcome.
Main Results:
- A case of diffuse large B cell lymphoma of the larynx was successfully treated.
- The patient was treated at a cancer center in semi-urban northern India.
Conclusions:
- Primary lymphoma of the larynx is a rare entity with difficult diagnosis.
- A combination of chemotherapy and radiotherapy is an effective treatment strategy.
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