Case Report of Primary Bone Lymphoma
Author Information
Author(s): Rahmat K FRCR, Wastie ML FRCR, Abdullah BJJ FRCR
Primary Institution: Department of Biomedical Imaging, Faculty of Medicine, University of Malaya
Conclusion
The case highlights the importance of early identification and appropriate treatment for primary bone lymphoma, which can present with symptoms similar to chronic osteomyelitis.
Supporting Evidence
- Primary bone lymphoma accounts for approximately 4-5% of extra nodal lymphoma.
- The patient presented with persistent pain and swelling after a tooth extraction.
- Imaging studies revealed lytic destruction in the mandible and other areas.
- Histopathology confirmed the diagnosis of anaplastic large cell lymphoma.
Takeaway
A young man had a rare type of bone cancer that looked like an infection at first, but doctors figured it out and started treatment.
Methodology
The case involved imaging studies including CT scans, MRI, and radionuclide bone scintigraphy, followed by surgery and histopathological examination.
Limitations
The initial diagnosis was complicated by the similarity of symptoms to chronic osteomyelitis.
Participant Demographics
A 26-year-old male.
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