A Severe Case of Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma in a Previously Healthy Woman: Diagnostic and Therapeutic Challenges

Prague Med Rep. 2020;121(4):262-266. doi: 10.14712/23362936.2020.23.

Abstract

Anaplastic large cell lymphomas are an aggressive subtype of peripheral T-cell lymphomas that can manifest with a variety of symptoms. Our case highlights the importance of prompt tissue sampling, especially if an associated hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis is detected and no clinical improvement is observed upon glucocorticoid treatment.

Keywords: Anaplastic; Anaplastic large cell lymphoma; Hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis; Lymphoma.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Female
  • Humans
  • Lymphohistiocytosis, Hemophagocytic* / diagnosis
  • Lymphohistiocytosis, Hemophagocytic* / drug therapy
  • Lymphoma, Large-Cell, Anaplastic* / diagnosis
  • Lymphoma, Large-Cell, Anaplastic* / drug therapy