Spontaneous Regression Of Primary Malignant Lymphoma Of The Stomach In Two Nontreated Japanese
Journal of Clinical Gastroenterology 11(5): Oct 1989; 511-517
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Personal Characteristics
40-year-old japanese woman, diabetes insipidus
Clinical Characteristics
Large hemispherical tumor with a smooth mucosal surface, positive for ln-2, negative for ln-1, ln-3, intracytoplasmic immunoglobulins, lysozyme, alpha 1 antichymotrypsin, positive fecal occult blood and positive hepatitis b surface (hbs) antigen
Remission Characteristics
Remarkable regression of the tumor, with no chemotherapy or radiotherapy, leaving a small ulcer with a slightly elevated surrounding margin
Treatment & Mechanisms
Proposed Remission Mechanisms
Not discussed
Clinical Treatment
Surgical resection
Additional Notes
The patient remains well, with no evidence of recurrence, 5 years and 9 months later.