A Severe Case of Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma in a Previously Healthy Woman: Diagnostic and Therapeutic Challenges

Abstract

Anaplastic large cell lymphomas are an aggressive subtype of peripheral T-cell lymphomas that can manifest with a variety of symptoms. Our case highlights the importance of prompt tissue sampling, especially if an associated hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis is detected and no clinical improvement is observed upon glucocorticoid treatment.

Keywords

• lymphoma
• anaplastic
• anaplastic large cell lymphoma
• hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis