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Associated lymphoma and abdominal aortic aneurysm demonstrated by computed tomography
The Journal of Computed Tomography
|September 1, 1980
Summary
This study found abdominal aortic aneurysms in 6 lymphoma patients, often associated with lymphadenopathy. Computed tomography (CT) was crucial for diagnosis due to visible aortic wall calcification.
Area of Science:
- Vascular Surgery
- Oncology
- Radiology
Background:
- Lymphoma can present with various systemic complications.
- Abdominal aortic aneurysms (AAAs) are a significant vascular condition.
- The relationship between lymphoma and AAA requires further investigation.
Observation:
- A review of 260 lymphoma cases identified 6 patients with AAA.
- Four of these patients had concurrent abdominal lymphadenopathy.
- Aortic wall calcification was observed in all 6 AAA cases via computed tomography (CT).
Findings:
- Computed tomography (CT) enabled AAA diagnosis by visualizing aortic wall calcification, which was unclear on plain films in some instances.
- In cases lacking lymphadenopathy, contrast-enhanced lymph nodes helped define the aortic wall's outer margin.
- The presence of abdominal lymphadenopathy may be a significant indicator for AAA in lymphoma patients.
Implications:
- Highlights the importance of considering AAA in lymphoma patients, particularly those with abdominal lymphadenopathy.
- Suggests CT imaging is vital for detecting AAA in this patient cohort due to calcification visibility.
- Underscores the need for vigilance in vascular screening for oncology patients.