Primary Splenic Lymphoma: A Case Report

Primary splenic lymphomas (PSL) constitute a rare variety of splenic neoplasms. As a secondary lymphoid organ, the spleen is usually involved by lymphomas as part of the systemic illness. However, rarely it can be the exclusive site of disease burden. An elderly lady presented with symptoms and sign...

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Veröffentlicht in:Indian journal of surgical oncology 2013-09, Vol.4 (3), p.287-290
Hauptverfasser: Kattepur, Abhay K., Rohith, S., Shivaswamy, B. S., Babu, Rajashekara, Santhosh, C. S.
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Zusammenfassung:Primary splenic lymphomas (PSL) constitute a rare variety of splenic neoplasms. As a secondary lymphoid organ, the spleen is usually involved by lymphomas as part of the systemic illness. However, rarely it can be the exclusive site of disease burden. An elderly lady presented with symptoms and signs of splenomegaly. After evaluation she was found to have a splenic tumor. Splenectomy was done which revealed primary splenic lymphoma. This case report highlights the evaluation and management of this illness.
ISSN:0975-7651
0976-6952
DOI:10.1007/s13193-013-0243-x