Title |
Burkitt’s lymphoma with placental invasion diagnosed at cesarean delivery: a case report
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Published in |
Journal of Medical Case Reports, February 2018
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DOI | 10.1186/s13256-017-1548-0 |
Pubmed ID | |
Authors |
Cielo Gnecco, S.J. Carlan, Jeannie McWhorter, Li Ge, Daniel Sanchez, Mario Madruga |
Abstract |
Burkitt's lymphoma is a highly aggressive B cell non-Hodgkin lymphoma subtype. Its occurrence in pregnancy is rare and often results in a delayed diagnosis. The treatment plan and prognosis depend on a number of variables including the stage at diagnosis. A 32 weeks pregnant, 34-year-old white woman presented with weeks of complaints that were similar to typical pregnancy symptoms. Laboratory and ultrasound findings suggested a pathologic process and during the workup non-reassuring fetal surveillance resulted in an emergency cesarean delivery. Biopsies were obtained that confirmed Burkitt's lymphoma. Placental histology revealed microscopic involvement. The placenta should be inspected for microscopic disease if Burkitt's lymphoma is suspected, even if a vaginal delivery occurs and the placenta is ordinarily discarded. Repetitive somatic complaints during pregnancy should not be assumed to be secondary to the normal symptoms of pregnancy. |
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