Journal of Research and Education(JRE)
ISSN: 2996-2544 | DOI: 10.33140/JRE
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Oropharyngeal Burkitt Lymphoma Masquerading as Oropharyngeal Carcinoma in An Adult: A Diagnostic Challenge
Abstract
Sudeep KC and Himani Poudyal
Burkitt Lymphoma (BL) is a highly aggressive B-type non-Hodgkin lymphoma typically manifests in cervical lymph nodes or facial bones, making oropharyngeal involvement unusual. The lesion clinically mimicked oropharyngeal carcinoma; MRI revealed homogenously enhancing mass lesion in oropharynx/tonsillar fossa which was later histopathologically proven as oropharyngeal Burkitt Lymphoma. Successful treatment involved six cycles of chemotherapy, resulting in complete remission and followed up for 6 months without any recurrence.