Primary Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma of the Breast: Cytologic diagnosis
Journal Name:
- Indian Journal of Basic & Applied Medical Research
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Abstract (2. Language):
Primary breast lymphoma is a relatively rare entity, representing 0.04-1.1% of malignant tumors of the breast. The
incidence of primary breast lymphoma is increasing. We reported a case of Primary breast lymphoma diagnosed on fine needle
aspiration cytology in a 60 yr old unmarried female. Histology and Immunophenotyping were in accordance with Non –
Hodgkin’s diffuse large B-cell lymphoma. Treatment and outcome of Primary breast lymphoma and carcinoma are radically
different. Early diagnosis of primary breast lymphoma is significant so that unnecessary mastectomies can be avoided. Fine
needle aspiration cytology supplemented by Immuno-cytochemistry can be applied as a reliable and cost-effective tool in the
early diagnosis of primary breast lymphomas, while Histopathology and Immunohistochemistry are conclusive.
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