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Diagnosis and Treatment of Gastric MALT Lymphoma / 대한소화기학회지
The Korean Journal of Gastroenterology ; : 272-280, 2011.
Article in Korean | WPRIM | ID: wpr-175654
ABSTRACT
Gastric mucosa-associated lymphoid tissue (MALT) lymphoma represents approximately 40% of gastric lymphomas, and its incidence is increasing. An early diagnosis for gastric MALT lymphoma is important, but not easy due to non-specific symptoms and endoscopic findings. Diagnosis is based on the histopathologic evaluation of multiple, deep and repeated biopsies taken from normal and any abnormal appearing sites of the stomach. In addition, the presence of Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) infection must be determined to determine therapeutic approach. Endoscopic ultrasonography (EUS) is essential for the evaluation of regional lymph nodes and the depth of tumor invasion in the gastric wall, for predicting response to H. pylori eradication, and for monitoring tumor regression or recurrence. The eradication of H. pylori is recommended as an initial treatment for low-grade gastric MALT lymphoma with H. pylori infection. Both radiation therapy and chemotherapy are suitable alternative options for H. pylori-negative, refractory, or high-grade gastric MALT lymphoma. But, the role of surgery is diminishing. After treatment, strict endoscopic regular follow-up including EUS is recommended with multiple biopsies. However, controversy remains regarding the best diagnosis, treatment and follow-up strategy for this disease.
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Full text: Available Index: WPRIM (Western Pacific) Main subject: Stomach Neoplasms / Helicobacter Infections / Gastroscopy / Lymphoma, B-Cell, Marginal Zone / Endosonography / Biopsy, Fine-Needle Type of study: Diagnostic study / Prognostic study / Screening study Limits: Humans Language: Korean Journal: The Korean Journal of Gastroenterology Year: 2011 Type: Article

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Full text: Available Index: WPRIM (Western Pacific) Main subject: Stomach Neoplasms / Helicobacter Infections / Gastroscopy / Lymphoma, B-Cell, Marginal Zone / Endosonography / Biopsy, Fine-Needle Type of study: Diagnostic study / Prognostic study / Screening study Limits: Humans Language: Korean Journal: The Korean Journal of Gastroenterology Year: 2011 Type: Article