ABSTRACT
Primary non-Hodgkins lymphoma of the prostate is extremely rare. Only twenty-two cases had been reported worldwide. No local report has been published, hence, we present the first documented case of primary non-Hodgkins lymphoma of the prostate in the Philippines. This was the case of a 68-year old male who was diagnosed and managed initially as Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia, however, the histopathological report turned out to be non-Hodgkins lymphoma of the prostate. Lymphoma of the prostate, whether primary or secondary is difficult to diagnose because of lack of distinct and characteristic signs and symptoms as well as absence of specific diagnostic examinations. Without adequate tissue for histology, it is difficult to arrive at the appropriate diagnosis preoperatively. At present, there are no large series and no existing standard treatment protocol for prostate lymphoma. Awareness of the disease entity is important in urologic practice in order to diagnose and manage it accordingly. (Author)