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Primary mediastinal large B-cell lymphoma and pregnancy: a challenging clinical scenario

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Published
22 February 2022
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Cardiology - Case Reports

Abstract

A 26-weeks pregnant woman presented with progressively worsening dyspnoea and poor general conditions. Using low-dose radiation multi-imaging techniques and thoracic biopsy a primary mediastinal large B cell was diagnosed. A multidisciplinary approach identified the correct hemodynamic management, the best therapeutic strategy and the timing for delivery.

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