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Human herpes virus 8-positive germinotropic lymphoproliferative disorder: first case diagnosed in the UK, literature review and discussion of treatment options.

Authors :
Ghoneima A
Cooke J
Shaw E
Agrawal A
Source :
BMJ case reports [BMJ Case Rep] 2020 Sep 02; Vol. 13 (9). Date of Electronic Publication: 2020 Sep 02.
Publication Year :
2020

Abstract

We present this case of human herpes virus 8-positive germinotropic lymphoproliferative disorder in a 20-year-old woman seen in the surgical oncology clinic for localised lymphadenopathy. This is the first case to be reported in the UK, and we discuss it along with a literature review including investigations and treatment options. This will demonstrate the importance of preoperative workup and multidisciplinary teamwork in deciding management plans and serve as a guide for future encounters of this rare condition in clinical practice.<br />Competing Interests: Competing interests: None declared.<br /> (© BMJ Publishing Group Limited 2020. No commercial re-use. See rights and permissions. Published by BMJ.)

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
1757-790X
Volume :
13
Issue :
9
Database :
MEDLINE
Journal :
BMJ case reports
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
32878845
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1136/bcr-2019-231640