Nasolacrimal Duct Primary B Cell Lymphoma - A Case Report

Abstract

Non-hodgkin lymphoma (NHL) is a type of haematological malignancy originating from lymphocytes. NHL in nasal cavity and sinuses are rare findings. This case report highlights the importance of proper clinical history and examination along with management protocols to avoid missing a rare, but deadly disease.
A middle aged lady presented to our out-patient wing with left sided epiphora for one year. Initial imaging showed findings favourable to diagnosis of mucocele obstructing the nasolacrimal duct outflow. However, a biopsy with immunohistopathological study from the lesion demonstrated a diffuse large B cell lymphoma.