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Bilateral MALT (Mucosal Associated Lymphoid Tissue) Lymphoma of the Conjonctiva: A rare case report

Journal: Journal of Medical and Surgical Research (Vol.1, No. 1)

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Page : 22-23

Keywords : Conjonctiva; Lymphoma; MALT; Rituximab;

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Abstract

MALT (Mucosal Associated Lymphoid Tissue) lymphomas of the conjunctiva belong to the extranodal marginal zone B-cell lymphomas. This site, while standard, is uncommon. We present the observation of a 65 year’s old man who presented a pink papular tumor developed on both lower eyelids. The CT-scan showed thickeni ng of soft tissues associated with bilateral eyelid and sub diaphragmatic nodes. A chemotherapy protocol based on eight courses of R-CHOP was established with a complete remission. Twelve months later, another bilateral eyelid swelling reappeared. Treatment with local radiotherapy to 24 Gy was proposed with good outcome 28 months later.

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