Spontaneous Regression Of Non-hodgkins Lymphoma; A Report Of Nine Cases
Cancer 46(9): Nov 1 1980; 2093-2099
View Original Source →Abstract
A case of spontaneous remission in a Stage IIA diffuse large-cell lymphoma is presented. A review of the literature suggests that whereas spontaneous regressions are a well-recognized phenomenon in indolent lymphomas, it is extremely rare in lymphomas of aggressive histologic subtype.
Case Details
Personal Characteristics
42-year-old man
Clinical Characteristics
Lymphadenopathy measuring up to 2 centimeters, asymptomatic
Remission Characteristics
Two months following his lymphogram, peripheral lymphadenopathy was noted to regress. Four months following his lymphogram he had no evidence of disease on physical examination and the previously abnormal lymph nodes observed on the abdominal lymphogram and chest roentgenogram had regressed showing equivocal abnormalities but no definite evidence of lymphoma.
Treatment & Mechanisms
Proposed Remission Mechanisms
Not discussed
Clinical Treatment
Observed without therapy
Additional Notes
He has continued asymptomatic and without evidence of disease five years since his initial diagnosis.