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ArticleIrish journal of medical science2018

Surgical management of splenic marginal zone lymphoma.

N D Kennedy, G N Lê, M E Kelly, T Harding, K Fadalla, D C Winter

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Article in Irish journal of medical science, 2018. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 1 paper.

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6 authors at 2 institutions in 1 country.

N D KennedyDepartment of Surgery, St Vincent's University Hospital, Elm Park, Dublin 4, Ireland. nllkennedy@gmail.com.
G N LêThe National Institute for Cellular Biotechnology, Dublin City University, Dublin, Ireland.
M E KellyDepartment of Surgery, St Vincent's University Hospital, Elm Park, Dublin 4, Ireland.
T HardingDepartment of Surgery, St Vincent's University Hospital, Elm Park, Dublin 4, Ireland.
K FadallaDepartment of Haematology, St Vincent's University Hospital, Elm Park, Dublin 4, Ireland.
D C WinterDepartment of Surgery, St Vincent's University Hospital, Elm Park, Dublin 4, Ireland.
St. Vincent's University Hospital · IEDublin City University · IE

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

objectivesSplenic marginal zone lymphoma (SMZL) is a rare indolent B-cell lymphoma with variable prognosis. As a result, there is sparse knowledge on the role of splenectomy and best management approaches. We aim to explore management strategies and outcomes amongst the cohort of SMZL patients at our centre.

methodA retrospective review of all splenectomies performed at a tertiary referral unit over a 23-year period was assessed. Immunohistochemical and pathological results of splenic samples, bone marrow biopsies, and peripheral blood were compiled. Operative management, surgical, and survival outcomes were assessed. Prognostic stratifications were applied and survival rates were calculated.

resultsEight cases of SMZL from a database of 693 splenectomies were identified. All patients had intermediate/high-risk disease. All patients underwent splenectomy with one patient receiving preoperative rituximab. All patients had progression-free survival and resolution of disease.

conclusionBased on the data obtained, current practice requires defined guidelines and centralised care.

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AdultAgedAged, 80 and overFemaleHumansLymphoma, B-Cell, Marginal ZoneMaleMiddle AgedPrognosisRetrospective StudiesSplenic NeoplasmsSurvival RateHaematological disordersSplenic marginal zone lymphomaSurgical managementSurgical outcomes

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