Primary follicular lymphoma of the duodenum: a case report and review of literatures
Gastroenterology and Hepatology from Bed to Bench,
Vol. 14 No. 2 (2021),
8 March 2021
,
Page 185-189
https://doi.org/10.22037/ghfbb.v14i2.2057
Abstract
Follicular lymphoma (FL) is one of the most common types of non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL). The gastrointestinal tract is the most involved extra-nodal site of NHL. Primary duodenal FL (DFL) is a rare entity with only a few reported cases. It mainly involves the second part of the duodenum and has an excellent prognosis. We report the case of a 74-year-old man who underwent esophagogastroduodenoscopy. Endoscopic findings revealed multiple small whitish mucosal nodules which were detected around the major duodenal papilla. Biopsy of these lesions was compatible with grade I FL. Further investigation failed to demonstrate any evidence of nodal or systemic involvement; thus, the clinical staging was stage I, according to the Lugano staging system. A “watch and wait” policy was chosen. Neither lesion aggregation nor lymphadenopathy was noted during the 5-year follow-up period. In conclusion, this was an uncommon case of DFL with an indolent nature and excellent prognosis. However, further studies are needed to clarify the characteristics, prognosis, and therapeutic approach.
Keywords: Follicular lymphoma, Duodenum, Lymph node, Non-Hodgkin lymphoma.
(Please cite as: Charoenlap C, Akarapatima K, Suwanno K, Rattanasupar A, Chang A. Primary follicular lymphoma of the duodenum: a case report and review of literatures. Gastroenterol Hepatol Bed Bench 2021;14(2):185-189).
- follicular lymphoma
- duodenum
- lymph node
- non-Hodgkin lymphoma
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