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Peritoneal lymphomatosis with ascites. A characterization.

B A Runyon, J C Hoefs

    Archives of Internal Medicine
    |May 1, 1986
    PubMed
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    Peritoneal lymphomatosis with ascites presents unique diagnostic challenges. Early detection through ascitic fluid analysis and cytology is crucial for timely lymphoma treatment and improved patient outcomes.

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    Area of Science:

    • Oncology
    • Gastroenterology
    • Pathology

    Background:

    • Peritoneal lymphomatosis is a rare condition characterized by lymphoma spread within the abdominal lining.
    • Ascites, the accumulation of fluid in the peritoneal cavity, can be a presenting symptom.
    • Diagnosis often relies on invasive procedures and can be delayed.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To highlight characteristic ascitic fluid findings in peritoneal lymphomatosis.
    • To emphasize the importance of early diagnosis for potential therapeutic intervention.
    • To present a case series illustrating the diagnostic pathway and autopsy findings.

    Main Methods:

    • Retrospective analysis of three autopsy-proven cases of peritoneal lymphomatosis with ascites.
    • Detailed examination of ascitic fluid biochemical and cytologic analysis.
    • Review of peritoneoscopic biopsy and autopsy findings, including gut ulceration.

    Main Results:

    • Ascitic fluid showed elevated total protein (>2.5 g/dL), elevated lactate dehydrogenase (>225 mU/mL), and low glucose (<50 mg/dL).
    • Atypical cells were identified in ascitic fluid cytology.
    • Autopsy confirmed lymphoma invasion in gastric, duodenal, and colonic ulcers in all patients.

    Conclusions:

    • Specific ascitic fluid profiles can suggest peritoneal lymphomatosis.
    • Early diagnosis via cytology and biopsy is critical.
    • Delayed diagnosis in these cases precluded chemotherapy, underscoring the need for prompt recognition.

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