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Mind Games: A Curious Case of Primary CNS Lymphoma Masquerading as Glioblastoma Multiforme

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: The rare diffuse B-cell lymphoma subtype of primary central nervous system lymphomas (PCNSL) typically presents with nonspecific symptoms. Many of these symptoms overlap with those reported in cases of glioblastoma multiforme (GBM). However, despite the overlap in symptomatology, the two CNS tumors exhibit distinctly different imaging findings on MRI, which aids in diagnosis. Here, we present a rare case of the diffuse B-cell lymphoma subtype of PCNSL in the anterior right frontal lobe, initially diagnosed as GBM due to specific imaging findings. The diagnosis was corrected to PCNSL following biopsy and resection.

Source: Cureus

DOI: 10.7759/cureus.71358

Authors: Tiana Junor, Nzube Ekpunobi, Jasjeevan Aujla

Institutions: University of Medicine and Health Sciences, St. Mary's Hospital, Upstate University Hospital

Language: English

Topic: CNS Lymphoma Diagnosis and Treatment

Subfield: Neurology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4403362901