Abstract :
Mantle cell lymphoma is a type of lymphoma that originates from B-cell. It is a rare and aggressive disease with a poor prognosis due to its advanced presentation at diagnosis. They are typically occurs in middle aged or older adults. It shows male predominance, with the M: F ratio up to 7:1. The patients often presents with lymphadenopathy but extra nodal involvement is also common. Gastrointestinal tract may or may not produce symptoms but lymphomatous polyposis involving the ileo-cecal junction is rare manifestation of gastrointestinal lymphoma. Radiologic findings include lymphadenopathy, splenomegaly, multiple polyposis, or wall thickening with ulceration or mass formation. Clinical course is typically progressive with poor response to chemotherapy.
Keyword :
Mantle cell lymphoma, Gastrointestinal tract, Lymphomatous polyposis.