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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
Overview
Primary CNS lymphoma is a primary intracranial tumor usually present in those with severe immunosuppression --- commonly in those with AIDS --- and represents around 20% of all cases of lymphomas in HIV infection (other types being Burkitt's lymphoma and immunoblastic lymphoma).
History and Symptoms
Primary CNS lymphoma usually presents with seizures, headache, cranial nerve findings, altered mental status, or other focal neurological deficits typical of a mass effect[1] [2]. Systemic symptoms may include fever, night sweats, or weight loss.
References
- ↑ Herrlinger U, Schabet M, Bitzer M, Petersen D, Krauseneck P. Primary central nervous system lymphoma: from clinical presentation to diagnosis. J Neurosurg 2000; 92:261-266
- ↑ Herrlinger U, Schabet M, Bitzer M, Petersen D, Krauseneck P. Primary central nervous system lymphoma: from clinical presentation to diagnosis.J.Neurooncol. 1999;43:219-226. (PMID: 10563426).