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Diagnostic challenge: Diffuse large B-cell lymphoma masquerading as orbital cellulitis.
Lim Yi Wen1, Nor Fadhilah Mohamad1, Norlina Mohd Ramli1
1Department of Ophthalmology, Faculty of Medicine, 37447Universiti Malaya Eye Research Centre, Universiti Malaya, 50603 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
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|November 16, 2022
Summary
Orbital lymphoma can mimic orbital cellulitis, a rare but serious condition. Early diagnosis and multi-specialty care are crucial for treating this lymphoma and preventing vision loss.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Oncology
- Pathology
Background:
- Orbital lymphoma and lymphoma of the orbital adnexa are uncommon lymphoid malignancies.
- These conditions exist on a spectrum with other lymphoproliferative lesions affecting the orbit, conjunctiva, and eyelid.
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