LYMPHOGRAPHIC DIAGNOSIS OF MALIGNANT LYMPHOMA IN THE COURSE OF SJÖGREN'S SYNDROME

M Wiljasalo; K Tallroth; O Korhola; M Valle; P Vuopio

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LYMPHOGRAPHIC DIAGNOSIS OF MALIGNANT LYMPHOMA IN THE COURSE OF SJÖGREN'S SYNDROME

Authors: M Wiljasalo ( ) , K Tallroth ( ) , O Korhola ( ) , M Valle ( ) , P Vuopio ( )

Abstract

Three patients with Sjögren's syndrome complicated by malignant lymphoma are presented. During the benign stage, two showed non-specific hyperplastic lymph node patterns on lymphography. When the disease had become malignant, all cases revealed generalized involvement of the retroperitoneal lymph nodes. The lymphographic pattern was that of a malignant lymphoma: enlarged nodes, with a foamy, linear or reticular appearance but mostly preserved marginal sinuses. On lymphographic follow-up, the node alterations were consistent with the histological findings and the clinical status, including the therapeutic response.

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How to Cite: Wiljasalo, M. , Tallroth, K. , Korhola, O. , Valle, M. & Vuopio, P. (1977) “LYMPHOGRAPHIC DIAGNOSIS OF MALIGNANT LYMPHOMA IN THE COURSE OF SJÖGREN'S SYNDROME”, Lymphology. 10(3).