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Paediatric burkitt lymphoma presenting as a mandible swelling and intussusception

S Retinasekharan1, P Sinnathamby2, I Mohamad3

  • 1Penang General Hospital, Department of Otorhinolaryngology, George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia. drsenthilraj@hotmail.com.

The Medical Journal of Malaysia
|March 9, 2019
PubMed

Insights

This case report highlights a rare presentation of Burkitt lymphoma in an 11-year-old boy with mandibular swelling. The patient also experienced intussusception, emphasizing the need for vigilance in diagnosing rare pediatric cancers.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Oncology
  • Surgical Pathology

Background:

  • Burkitt lymphoma is a rare B-cell non-Hodgkin lymphoma.
  • Endemic Burkitt lymphoma typically affects children in specific geographic regions.

Observation:

  • An 11-year-old patient presented with a one-month history of mandibular swelling.
  • The patient developed acute abdominal pain, leading to a diagnosis of intussusception.
  • Surgical intervention included right hemicolectomy and excision of the buccal mass.

Findings:

  • Histopathological analysis confirmed Burkitt lymphoma.
  • The case demonstrates an unusual presentation of Burkitt lymphoma with concurrent intussusception.

Implications:

  • Early recognition and monitoring of jaw lesions are crucial, even in atypical age groups.
  • This case underscores the importance of considering rare oncological emergencies in pediatric patients presenting with non-specific symptoms.

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