title: [Primary lymphoma of the rectum].
abstract: Observation of a case of primary rectal lymphoma (123 cases described) led to a discussion of certain aspects of the condition. Although the clinical picture points to a straightforward general diagnosis of cancer, it is possible to achieve correct diagnosis using deep and multiple perendoscopic biopsy, considering the submucous origin of the lymphomas. The therapeutic approach should allow for correct staging which is only obtained by means of diagnostic studies aimed at excluding multicentric localisations. Surgery must be considered elective in stage I and II or in cases of need. Sensitivity to radiotherapy has led some authors to propose it as a primary treatment. Chemotherapy is indicated alone or in association with radiotherapy or surgery. It is also pointed out that treatment modalities are still debated because data are not homogeneous and so few cases have been reported.
authors.forename: A
authors.initials: A
authors.lastname: Uccheddu
authors.forename: S
authors.initials: S
authors.lastname: Licheri
authors.forename: C
authors.initials: C
authors.lastname: Murgia
authors.forename: G
authors.initials: G
authors.lastname: Faa
authors.forename: M
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Cagetti
mesh_terms: D000368:Aged; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008223:Lymphoma / Q000473:pathology*; D009367:Neoplasm Staging; D012004:Rectal Neoplasms / Q000473:pathology*
vernacular_title: Il linfoma primitivo del retto.