B Cell Lymphomas of the GI Tract

Sara Small, Liron Barnea Slonim, Corinne Williams, Reem Karmali

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Abstract

PURPOSE OF THE REVIEW: Primary GI lymphomas of B cell origin are a diverse group of lymphomas. In this article, we provide an overview of the diagnosis, pathologic and molecular features, and management of these varied lymphomas.

RECENT FINDINGS: The most common primary GI lymphomas are diffuse large B cell lymphoma (DLBCL) and marginal zone lymphomas (MZL), but follicular lymphomas (FL), mantle cell lymphomas (MCL), post-transplant lymphoproliferative disorders (PTLD), and Burkitt lymphoma of the GI tract also occur. Many features of these lymphomas are similar to their nodal counterparts, but certain clinical and biological aspects are unique. Diagnostic and treatment strategies for these lymphomas continue to evolve over time. There are ongoing discoveries about the unique pathophysiology, molecular characteristics, and complications of primary B cell GI lymphomas that are already leading to improvements in management of this histologically diverse set of lymphomas.

Original languageEnglish
Article number9
JournalCurrent Gastroenterology Reports
Volume23
Issue number7
DOIs
StatePublished - Apr 8 2021

Keywords

  • Gastrointestinal Neoplasms/genetics
  • Humans
  • Lymphoma, B-Cell/diagnosis
  • Lymphoma, Follicular/diagnosis
  • Lymphoproliferative Disorders/diagnosis

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