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Malignant lymphoma in the female urethra
H Kakizaki1, T Nakada, O Sugano
1Department of Urology, Yamagata University, School of Medicine, Sakata, Japan.
Summary
Malignant lymphoma of the female urethra is exceptionally rare. This case report details a diffuse, small cleaved cell non-Hodgkin
Area of Science:
- Uro-oncology
- Hematology
- Pathology
Background:
- Primary malignant lymphomas of the female urethra are exceedingly rare entities.
- Literature review indicates very few reported cases globally.
Observation:
- A 63-year-old woman presented with a localized tumor at the urethral meatus.
- The tumor was histopathologically diagnosed as a diffuse, small cleaved cell type non-Hodgkin's lymphoma.
Findings:
- Immunohistochemistry confirmed the tumor's origin from B cells.
- The patient achieved complete remission following chemotherapy and surgical excision, remaining disease-free for 3 years.
Implications:
- This case adds to the limited understanding of female urethral lymphomas.
- Highlights the importance of considering lymphoma in the differential diagnosis of urethral tumors.
- Successful treatment outcomes with chemotherapy and surgery offer therapeutic insights.