Coexistence of Hodgkin Lymphoma and Squamous Cell Carcinoma of the Tongue: A Case Report and Literature Review
2024

Rare Case of Hodgkin Lymphoma and Tongue Cancer

Sample size: 1 publication Evidence: low

Author Information

Author(s): Muacevic Alexander, Adler John R, Alhajlah Abdullah, Almanea Khaled A, Alahmadi Rawan M, Alqahtani Saeed M, Algahtani Saad, Alghamdi Fareed R, Ali Nagoud

Primary Institution: Prince Sultan Military Medical City, Riyadh, SAU

Conclusion

This case highlights the importance of ongoing surveillance of cancer survivors and the potential for the development of secondary malignancies.

Supporting Evidence

  • The patient had a history of treated Hodgkin lymphoma and presented with symptoms indicating a new malignancy.
  • Imaging studies showed complex findings that suggested both progression and regression of disease.
  • Surgical intervention revealed the coexistence of Hodgkin lymphoma and squamous cell carcinoma.

Takeaway

A man who had Hodgkin lymphoma got tongue cancer later, showing that people who survive one type of cancer need to be watched closely for other cancers.

Methodology

The case involved clinical examination, imaging studies, and surgical intervention followed by histopathological analysis.

Limitations

The study is based on a single case report, limiting generalizability.

Participant Demographics

A 39-year-old male smoker with a history of Hodgkin lymphoma.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.7759/cureus.75172

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