Abdominal Burkitt’s lymphoma with renal involvement

Endemic Burkitt's lymphoma is the most frequent childhood cancer in Africa, commonly presenting with involvement of the abdominal viscera. Imaging plays a critical role in suggesting the diagnosis to expedite treatment initiation, as the tumour has a rapid doubling time of less than 24 hours. T...

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Published in:SAJCH : the South African journal of child health 2013-05, Vol.7 (2), p.79-79
Main Authors: Moodley, H, Mahomed, N, Andronikou, S
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Biopsy
Burkitt's lymphoma
Care and treatment
Case studies
CT imaging
Diagnosis
Health aspects
Health Care Sciences & Services
Kidneys
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Summary:Endemic Burkitt's lymphoma is the most frequent childhood cancer in Africa, commonly presenting with involvement of the abdominal viscera. Imaging plays a critical role in suggesting the diagnosis to expedite treatment initiation, as the tumour has a rapid doubling time of less than 24 hours. This case report illustrates the classic nodal and infrequent renal appearance on computed tomography scans. S Afr J CH 2013;7(2):79. DOI:10.7196/SAJCH.548
ISSN:1994-3032
1999-7671
1999-7671
DOI:10.7196/SAJCH.548