Clear cell variant of diffuse large B-cell lymphoma: a case report
2011
Case Report of Clear Cell Variant of Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma
Sample size: 1
publication
Evidence: low
Author Information
Author(s): Manxhuka-Kerliu Suzana, Petrusevska Gordana, Kerliu Irma, Kryeziu Emrush, Ahmeti Fehmi, Devolli-Disha Emine, Sahatciu-Meka Vjollca, Loxha Sadushe, Shahini Labinot
Primary Institution: Faculty of Medicine, University of Prishtina
Conclusion
The patient has a clear cell variant of diffuse large B-cell lymphoma and is undergoing R-CHOP chemotherapy treatment.
Supporting Evidence
- The lymph node biopsy showed a partial alveolar growth pattern.
- Immunohistochemical findings indicated a clear cell variant of diffuse large B-cell lymphoma.
- The patient is currently alive and receiving chemotherapy.
Takeaway
A man had a special type of lymphoma that looked like another disease, but doctors figured it out and started treatment.
Methodology
The patient underwent a cervical lymph node biopsy and immunohistochemical analysis to determine the type of lymphoma.
Participant Demographics
39-year-old Caucasian ethnic Albanian man from Kosovo.
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