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Cauda equina non-Hodgkin lymphoma and literature review: Report of 2 cases

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: Primary non-Hodgkin's lymphoma (NHL) occurring in the cauda equina region within the spinal canal is exceedingly rare. It is characterized by severe clinical symptoms, a high rate of misdiagnosis, rapid progression, poor prognosis, and significant metastasis potential. In this paper, we report 1 case of a 58-year-old female with primary NHL and another case of a 69-year-old male with secondary NHL. Both cases exhibited similar MRI findings, presenting the ``cauda equina engulfment'' sign. Early diagnosis and treatment, based on the recognition of these rare imaging features in combination with clinical history and cauda equina histopathological examination, are crucial for improving patient outcomes.

Source: Radiology Case Reports

DOI: 10.1016/j.radcr.2024.10.144

Authors: Liliang Ren, Shouming Zhang, Aijie Wang, Ranran Huang, Zhongwei Li, Guowei Zhang

Institution: Yantaishan Hospital

Language: English

Topic: Lymphoma Diagnosis and Treatment

Subfield: Pathology and Forensic Medicine

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $550