Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma Associated with a Chronic Inflammatory Condition Induced by Metallic Implants: A Case Report
- Author:
Jin Hee PARK
1
;
Sun Joo LEE
;
Hye Jung CHOO
Author Information
- Publication Type:Case Report
- From:Journal of the Korean Radiological Society 2022;83(4):931-937
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:English
- Abstract: Chronic inflammatory condition associated with metallic implant insertion is a risk factor for diffuse large B-cell lymphoma (DLBCL). Metal ions play a role in the pathogenesis of lymphoma.We report a rare case of DLBCL in a patient who had a metallic implant in the proximal tibia for 15 months. Radiologic studies, including US and MRI, showed disproportionately large extraosseous soft-tissue mass and bone marrow involvement without prominent bone destruction.Multiple complications are associated with metallic implants, and misdiagnosis may lead to inappropriate treatment. Therefore, distinguishing lymphomas caused by a metallic implant-induced chronic inflammatory condition from other periprosthetic benign lesions and malignant soft tissue masses is challenging, but it is critical.
