Synchronous Adenocarcinoma and Mucosa-associated Lymphoid Tissue Lymphoma of the Colon
2011
Synchronous Adenocarcinoma and MALT Lymphoma of the Colon
Sample size: 1
publication
Evidence: low
Author Information
Author(s): Devi Padmalaya Pattanayak, Lucy Samantaray, Sagarika
Primary Institution: A.H. Regional Cancer Centre, Cuttack, India
Conclusion
The case highlights the therapeutic dilemma in managing synchronous malignancies of adenocarcinoma and MALT lymphoma.
Supporting Evidence
- The patient presented with rectal bleeding and was found to have both adenocarcinoma and MALT lymphoma.
- Microscopic examination confirmed the presence of both tumor types in the same colonic segment.
- The patient remained asymptomatic two years after surgery.
Takeaway
This study talks about a 68-year-old woman who had both colon cancer and a type of lymphoma at the same time, which is very rare.
Methodology
The patient underwent colonoscopy, biopsy, and right hemicolectomy, followed by microscopic examination of the tumor.
Limitations
Limited information is available on standard treatment due to the rarity of the condition.
Participant Demographics
68-year-old female.
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