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ArticlePediatric nephrology (Berlin, Germany)2025

Primary renal diffuse large B-cell lymphoma presenting as new-onset kidney failure.

Massimiliano Bertacchi, Lea Vasey, Alexandra Wilhelm-Bals, Anne-Laure Rougemont, Frederic Baleydier, Paloma Parvex

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Massimiliano BertacchiDivision of Pediatric Nephrology, Department of Pediatrics, Gynecology and Obstetrics, Geneva University Hospitals, Geneva, Switzerland. massimiliano.bertacchi@gmail.com.ORCID 0000-0001-5861-4505
Lea VaseyDivision of General Pediatrics, Department of Pediatrics, Gynecology and Obstetrics, Geneva University Hospitals, Geneva, Switzerland.
Alexandra Wilhelm-BalsDivision of Pediatric Nephrology, Department of Pediatrics, Gynecology and Obstetrics, Geneva University Hospitals, Geneva, Switzerland.
Anne-Laure RougemontDivision of Clinical Pathology, Diagnostic Department, Geneva University Hospitals, Geneva, Switzerland.
Frederic BaleydierDivision of Pediatric Oncology and Hematology, Department of Paediatrics, Gynaecology and Obstetrics, Geneva University Hospitals, Geneva, Switzerland.
Paloma ParvexDivision of Pediatric Nephrology, Department of Pediatrics, Gynecology and Obstetrics, Geneva University Hospitals, Geneva, Switzerland.

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Abstract

backgroundPrimary renal lymphoma is a rare form of kidney tumor, accounting for less than 1% of all kidney masses, and with only a few pediatric cases reported in the literature. Bilateral forms can present with kidney failure, constituting a therapeutic challenge for both hematologists and nephrologists, with the need to combine complex chemotherapy regimens and kidney replacement therapy.

methodsWe present a rare case of primary bilateral renal diffuse large B-cell lymphoma in a teenage girl presenting with kidney failure (eGFR of 7 ml/min/1.73 m

resultsThis approach permitted a substantial reduction of chemotherapy adverse effects while inducing remission and partial recovery of kidney function in our patient, with hemodialysis discontinuation after 6 months, and an eGFR that had improved to 28 ml/min/1.73 m

conclusionsManaging complex chemotherapy protocols in kidney failure can be challenging, and the collaboration of a multidisciplinary team is essential. The adjustment of drug dosing and the tailoring of hemodialysis can increase patients' tolerance while maintaining chemotherapy efficiency.

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Antineoplastic AgentsKidney NeoplasmsLymphoma, Large B-Cell, DiffuseRenal InsufficiencyRenal Replacement TherapyAdolescentCombined Modality TherapyFemaleGlomerular Filtration RateHumansTreatment OutcomeAntineoplastic AgentsDialysisPersonalized medicinePharmacologyPrimary renal lymphoma

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PMCPMC12401750

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