A rare case of monomorphic epitheliotropic intestinal T-cell lymphoma, presenting with spontaneous intestinal perforation

This case report highlights that spontaneous perforation with peritonitis could be a potential presenting sign of MEITL. The diagnosis of MEITL is mainly based on histopathologic examination, so an accurate diagnosis necessitates clinical knowledge and thorough biopsy with immunohistochemistry and molecular testing.

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International Journal of Surgery Case Reports
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2024-10-20
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https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijscr.2024.110485
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Lymphoma Diagnosis and Treatment
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A rare case of monomorphic epitheliotropic intestinal T-cell lymphoma, presenting with spontaneous intestinal perforation

Cheng‐Lun Chen, Tzu-Hung Chen, Hsiang-Chun Jan, Shengchun Wang et al.
International Journal of Surgery Case Reports
Lymphoma Diagnosis and Treatment
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A rare case of monomorphic epitheliotropic intestinal T-cell lymphoma, presenting with spontaneous intestinal perforation

Cheng‐Lun Chen, Tzu-Hung Chen, Hsiang-Chun Jan, Shengchun Wang, Shao-Jiun Chou, Chi-Chi Chen
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Abstract

This case report highlights that spontaneous perforation with peritonitis could be a potential presenting sign of MEITL. The diagnosis of MEITL is mainly based on histopathologic examination, so an accurate diagnosis necessitates clinical knowledge and thorough biopsy with immunohistochemistry and molecular testing.

International Journal of Surgery Case ReportsVol. 124
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