Diagnostic challenge: Diffuse large B-cell lymphoma masquerading as orbital cellulitis

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

1-1-2023

Abstract

We report a clinical case of orbital lymphoma masquerading as orbital cellulitis. Orbital lymphoma and lymphoma of the orbital adnexa are relatively rare types of lymphoma. They represent the malignant end of a spectrum of lymphoproliferative lesions that occur in the orbit, conjunctiva and eyelid. Diffuse large B-cell lymphomas (DLBCL) with variable clinical presentations have a relatively poor prognosis with rapid visual loss. Therefore, thorough evaluation and assessment with a multi-specialty effort are warranted for earlier diagnosis and initiation of treatment to save life and prevent sight loss.

Keywords

orbital lymphoma, diffuse large B-cell lymphoma, orbital cellulitis

Publication Title

Tropical Doctor

Divisions

ophthalmplogy

Volume

53

Issue

1

Publisher

Royal Society of Medicine

Publisher Location

2455 TELLER RD, THOUSAND OAKS, CA 91320 USA

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