1.Splenic Predominant Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma: A Rare Case Report
Enkhsaikhan S ; Erdenetuya J ; Demberelmaa B ; Erdenechimeg T ; Uugantuya P ; Tsendsuren B ; Batdelger B
Mongolian Journal of Health Sciences 2026;95(5):325-328
Background:
Diffuse large B-cell lymphoma (DLBCL) is a common subtype of non-Hodgkin lymphoma of B-lymphocyte origin, characterized by an aggressive clinical course. Clinically, it most often presents with lymphadenopathy and “B symptoms,” including fever, night sweats, and weight loss. However, in some cases, the disease predominantly involves extranodal organs, such as the spleen, and may present with nonspecific manifestations, thereby posing a diagnostic challenge.
Case presentation:
A 36-year-old male patient presented with high-grade fever of unknown origin, dyspnea, generalized weakness, sweating, and a 7–8 kg weight loss over one month. Clinical evaluation and laboratory investigations revealed massive splenomegaly measuring 15 × 20 × 20 cm, progressive thrombocytopenia, anemia, and elevated C-reactive protein and lactate dehydrogenase levels. Diagnostic workup for infection, tuberculosis, viral infection, and autoimmune disease did not reveal findings sufficient to establish an alternative diagnosis. Because focal splenic lesions and suspected splenic infarction were identified, splenectomy was performed. Histopathological and immunohistochemical examination of the splenic tissue demonstrated CD20+, CD79a+, BCL2+, CD3−, CD8−, CD30−, and ALK− expression, confirming the final diagnosis of diffuse large B-cell lymphoma. Although DLBCL itself is a common form of non-Hodgkin lymphoma, this case is clinically rare and diagnostically challenging because it presented with predominant splenic involvement, massive splenomegaly measuring 15×20×20 cm, treatment-resistant fever, progressive thrombocytopenia, and imaging findings mimicking splenic infarction.
Conclusion
In patients presenting with fever of unknown origin that is resistant to treatment, massive splenomegaly, thrombocytopenia, elevated LDH, and increased inflammatory markers, lymphoproliferative disorders should be considered early in the differential diagnosis in addition to infectious causes. Histopathological and immunohistochemical examination play a crucial role in confirming the diagnosis.
2.Colchicine in the treatment of linear IgA bullous dermatosis
Dulguunkharaa B ; Batdelger B ; Badamgarav T ; Ganchimeg M ; Tuvshinzaya G ; Enkhchimeg M ; Khandsuren B
Mongolian Journal of Health Sciences 2026;94(4):161-164
Background:
Linear IgA bullous dermatosis (LABD) is a rare autoimmune blistering disease characterized by linear deposition of immunoglobulin A along the subepidermal basement membrane zone. Although it can occur in both children and adults, the disease in pediatric patients often requires careful consideration due to challenges in differential diagnosis and variability in treatment response. Dapsone is considered the first-line treatment; however, in some cases it may be unavailable, contraindicated, or associated with adverse effects, necessitating alternative therapeutic options.
Case Presentation
In this case report, we present the clinical features, diagnostic findings, treatment course, and outcomes of a 9-year-old girl diagnosed with LABD. The combination of colchicine and systemic corticosteroids resulted in marked clinical improvement, suggesting that this regimen may be a potential alternative treatment for LABD.
3.НАТРИ ХӨӨГЧ ПЕПТИД БА ЗҮРХНИЙ АРХАГ ДУТАГДЛЫН ЗАРИМ ЭРСДЭЛТ ХҮЧИН ЗҮЙЛСИЙН ХАМААРАЛ
Batdelger T ; Chingerel KH ; Tsolmon U ; Tungalag Sh ; Dulamkhand B
Innovation 2017;11(2):19-21
BACKGROUND. Heart failure is the leading cause of the death among non-communicable
diseases. Heart failure is a fatal disease that once its clinical symptoms appeared,
five years of survival rate is 50-75%. Chronic heart failures are the main risk factors arterial
hypertension, diabetes, obesity and dyslipidemia Thus, early diagnosis before its symptoms
are presented and treatment with close monitoring is the most rational and effective
approach for decreasing heart failure diseases and deaths caused by it.
OBJECTIVE. To determine the level of NT-pro BNP in people with high risk of chronic
heart failure and assess its results. METHODS. We conducted hospital-based descriptive
study at State Second Central Hospital and Bayanzurkh District Medical Center. Total of
100 participants aged from 35 to 64 who had no symptom of chronic heart failure however
with high risk were recruited in this study. Based on the document entitled “Heart
failure prevention 2008” of the American Heart Association, old age, arterial hypertension,
diabetes mellitus, heart attack and obesity were considered as higher risks of heart
failure. Risk factors of heart failure were estimated by questionnaire and physical examination.
The level of NT-pro BNP in plasma was determined using FIA8000 analyzer.
According to the guideline produced by the European Society of Cardiology in 2016,
result of the testing is considered “positive” when NT-pro BNP is higher than 125 pg/ml.
Risk factors of chronic heart failure were studied in comparison with two groups which
were NT-pro BNP positive and negative results and their statistically significant difference
were determined. RESULTS. Of 87 participants, 51 (51%) were female and 49(49%) were
male. Half of the participants (51%) were aged between 55-64. Arterial hypertension
was determined in 88% of the participant, 38% were overdose drink of alcohol, therefore
55% were 1,2,3 levels obesity and 36% were diabetic. When determining the NT-pro BNP
level, in 34 cases (34%) were positive. Hence, 31% of the people with arterial hypertension,
9% of the people overdose drink with alcohol, 20% of the people with obesity, 12%
of the people with diabetes showed positive results of NT-pro BNP. When studying the
risk factors of chronic heart failure of the compared two groups of NT-pro BNP positive
and negative results, statistically significant difference (p<0.05) was increased of the
with arterial hypertension and obesity. CONCLUSION. NT-pro BNP is the arterial hypertension
and obesity which is increasing for people compared to the other risking factors
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