Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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4104042 | American Journal of Otolaryngology | 2012 | 4 Pages |
Abstract
Extranodal natural killer/T-cell lymphoma of the nasal cavity is a rare malignancy with poor overall prognosis. We report the case of a rapidly fatal natural killer/T-cell lymphoma of the nasal cavity complicated by the concominant development of hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis. This disorder is marked by clinical findings such as fever and splenomegaly, a multitude of abnormal laboratory findings, and a profound proliferation of circulating macrophages. Left untreated, multi-organ failure and death are common. Prompt diagnosis is essential to the successful management of this disorder and for subsequent recovery.
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Authors
Justin H. MD, PhD, Myriam MD, Sandra Y. MD,