Endoexoenteric
Endoexoenteric refers to a specific
Lymphoma
"Endoexoenteric"
Origin of Term
Marshak
Presentation
Of the five patterns of bowel lymphoma described in Marshak's original work, endoexoenteric is the second most common type (the others being: infiltrative [most common], multiple nodules, polypoidal mass, and mesenteric.)[3][4]
Features
Specifically, the features of endoexoenteric lymphoma are an irregular collection of barium due to central ulceration, and displacement of adjacent bowel loops. In this form of lymphoma,
Diagnosis
Imaging techniques, while very helpful in suggesting the presence of specific disease, cannot diagnose this (or any other
Significance
Recognition of this type of lymphoma presentation is important, in that it may predict the future course and potential complications of this disease, thereby alerting clinicians to undertake surveillance and appropriate interventions.[citation needed]
References
- S2CID 30610401.
- ISBN 978-0-7216-6129-2.
- ISBN 978-81-8061-228-2.
- S2CID 4544179.
- PMID 17848697.
- PMID 18619382.