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Case Reports
. 2013 Sep;4(3):287-90.
doi: 10.1007/s13193-013-0243-x. Epub 2013 Jun 21.

Primary splenic lymphoma: a case report

Abhay K Kattepur  1 , S Rohith  1 , B S Shivaswamy  1 , Rajashekara Babu  1 , C S Santhosh  1
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Case Reports

Primary splenic lymphoma: a case report

Abhay K Kattepur et al. Indian J Surg Oncol. 2013 Sep.

Abstract

Primary splenic lymphomas (PSL) constitute a rare variety of splenic neoplasms. As a secondary lymphoid organ, the spleen is usually involved by lymphomas as part of the systemic illness. However, rarely it can be the exclusive site of disease burden. An elderly lady presented with symptoms and signs of splenomegaly. After evaluation she was found to have a splenic tumor. Splenectomy was done which revealed primary splenic lymphoma. This case report highlights the evaluation and management of this illness.

Keywords: Primary splenic lymphomas; Splenectomy; Splenomegaly.

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Tumor at the lower pole of spleen
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Ligation of splenic hilum
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Cut section showing grey-white fleshy tumor
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Low power view showing sheets of tumor cells
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High power view showing monotonous tumor cells
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