ISSN:
1432-0584
Keywords:
Key words Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma
;
Reproductive organs
;
Vaginal lymphoma
;
Chemotherapy
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Medicine
Notes:
Abstract The genital tract as primary site of malignant non-Hodgkin's lymphoma in women is extremely rare, whereas secondary involvement in advanced disease is found in about 40% of cases. In this report a patient is presented who had a primary vaginal non-Hodgkin's lymphoma of the centroblastic type according to the Kiel classification, with an excellent response to cytotoxic chemotherapy (CHOP) and event-free disease for 3 years. A review of the literature shows that favorable prognosis of localized disease seems to be a common experience. Primary involvement of the vagina can be successfully treated by pelvic irradiation, but in young women cytotoxic chemotherapy should be considered to preserve fertility.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/BF01784047
