Primary Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma of The Cervix
Abstract
Background: There are only a few reports that exist regarding primary non-Hodgkin lymphoma of the genital tract. In this article, one case of primary B-cell type non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL) of the cervix is presented.
Case history: A 45 year-old woman presented bloody vaginalĀ discharge. Upon vaginal examination, the cervix was found to be enlarged. Cervical biopsy revealed B-cell type non-Hodgkin lymphoma. The patient was treated with CHOP chemotherapy.
Conclusion: Systemic chemotherapy and radiation are recommended and effective treatments for genital tract B-cell type non-Hodgkin lymphoma.
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Issue | Vol 5, No 4 (2011) | |
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Cervix Non-Hodgkin lymphoma Primary |
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