Primary non-Hodgkin's lymphoma (NHL) represents less than 5% of testicular malignancies
and most often occurs in elderly men (>60 years old). We present a case of a 6-year-old
boy who presented with bilateral, painless testicular swelling. Imaging studies showed
bilateral heterogenous infiltrative process without focal mass. Serum testicular tumor
markers were negative. Incisional testicular biopsies revealed a highly aggressive
metastatic Burkitt's lymphoma with involvement of the pancreas and bone marrow. Chemotherapy
was initiated with good response and showed resolution of the testicular lesions.
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Published online: December 03, 2022
Accepted:
November 16,
2022
Received:
August 12,
2022
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The authors have no potential, perceived, or real conflict of interest as it relates to this research project or manuscript.
There was no study sponsor or extramural funding for this research project or manuscript.
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