Primary breast lymphoma: A rare case report

Introduction and importance: Primary breast lymphoma (PBL) is an extremely rare neoplasm, accounting for less than 1 % of breast malignancies and less than 2 % of extranodal non-Hodgkin lymphomas (NHLs).

Case presentation: This case report discusses a 60-year-old female patient presenting with a primary breast lymphoma, specifically diffuse large B-cell lymphoma. The patient had no personal history of breast cancer but exhibited a painless, palpable mass in the left breast with axillary lymphadenopathy.

Clinical discussion: Diagnostic challenges in distinguishing PBL from primary breast carcinoma are addressed, emphasizing the importance of considering PBL in cases of rapidly enlarging breast masses. Radiological examinations, including mammography and ultrasound, play a crucial role in diagnosis, and excisional biopsy with immunohistochemical staining is essential for accurate histopathological subcategorization.

Conclusion: The presented case underscores the rarity of PBL in the Middle East and highlights the diagnostic and classification challenges, emphasizing the central role of accurate techniques in guiding treatment decisions.