ArticleJournal of personalized medicine2024
The Dilemma for Early-Stage Conjunctival Mucosa-Associated Lymphoid Tissue Lymphoma: To Treat or Not to Treat?
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backgroundPrimary ocular adnexal mucosa-associated lymphoid tissue lymphoma (MALToma) is typically treated with radiotherapy. Some studies suggested a "wait and watch" approach due to the adverse effects of radiotherapy. However, the benefits of observation for localized conjunctival MALToma remain unclear. Therefore, we aimed to explore the clinical course of early-stage conjunctival MALToma, distinguish heterogeneity between T1 and T2 patients, and identify prognostic factors.
methodsThis retrospective study involved patients with stage T1-T2 conjunctival MALToma and lasted >6 months. Clinical characteristics were compared between T1 and T2 subjects. Prognostic factors were examined with Cox regression.
resultsThe research comprised 32 subjects with early-stage conjunctival MALToma, of whom 25% underwent observation. No individuals expired regardless of choosing observation or radiotherapy. The T1 patients were younger (
conclusionsCareful observation may be suggested for early-stage conjunctival MALToma. While more of the T1 individuals were younger and chose observation than the T2 patients, survival seemed longer in the T1 subjects without significance. CD43 may indicate shorter survival in early-stage cases.
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