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[Renal involvement in Burkitt's lymphoma]
J M Osca García1, F Oliver Amoros, M J Peiro Gregori
1Servicio de Urología, Hospital La Fe, Valencia.
Actas Urologicas Espanolas
|September 1, 1993
Summary
This case report details a rare instance of Burkitt's lymphoma presenting as a renal tumor in a 60-year-old male. Despite chemotherapy, the patient experienced rapid progression and mortality, highlighting the aggressive nature of this uncommon presentation.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Urology
- Radiology
Background:
- Burkitt's lymphoma is a rare non-Hodgkin B-cell lymphoma.
- Renal involvement is an infrequent manifestation of Burkitt's lymphoma.
Observation:
- A 60-year-old male presented with symptoms suggestive of a renal tumor.
- Diagnostic imaging included intravenous urography (IVU), ultrasound, and computed tomography (CT).
Findings:
- CT imaging was crucial in identifying a hypodense mass indicative of tumor infiltration.
- Burkitt's lymphoma was diagnosed, with rare renal invasion observed.
- The patient exhibited an atypical presentation due to age, early renal invasion, and rapid disease progression.
Implications:
- This case underscores the importance of considering rare diagnoses in renal masses.
- CT is the preferred imaging modality for characterizing renal masses with suspected infiltration.
- The therapeutic approach for renal Burkitt's lymphoma aligns with general renal tumor treatment protocols.