Title
Primary non Hodgkin's lymphoma of the lacrimal sac.
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Author(s)
Venkitaraman, Ramachandran
George, Mathew
Abstract
Primary Non Hodgkin's Lymphoma (NHL) of the lacrimal sac is rare. The clinical features of a 78 year old female who presented with epiphora and swelling of the left lacrimal sac are described. Computerised tomography showed a mass involving the left lacrimal sac. Histopathological examination revealed a diffuse large B cell NHL. Immunohistological examination demonstrated B cell origin. Chemotherapy could not be administered due to co morbid conditions. The patient was treated with radiotherapy to a dose of 45 Gy in 25 fractions. Patient is disease free and on follow up after 36 months. Primary radiotherapy is a treatment option with curative potential for localized NHL of the lacrimal sac and may be considered in patients who cannot tolerate appropriate chemotherapy.
Publication information
World J Surg Oncol . 2007 Nov 6:5:127. doi: 10.1186/1477-7819-5-127.
Date Issued
2007-11-06
Type
Journal Article
Journal Title
World journal of surgical oncology
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