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Baylor University Medical Center Proceedings
The peer-reviewed journal of Baylor Scott & White Health
Volume 35, 2022 - Issue 5
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Case Studies

Extranodal natural killer/T-cell lymphoma nasal type

, BSORCID Icon, , MD & , MD
Pages 672-674 | Received 14 Mar 2022, Accepted 25 Apr 2022, Published online: 16 May 2022
 

Abstract

Extranodal natural killer/T-cell lymphoma nasal type (ENKL) is a rare neoplasm uncommon in the US. Diagnosis is complicated by low incidence and rapid tissue necrosis preventing timely histologic confirmation. We report the case of a 55-year-old woman with ENKL who faced a challenging diagnostic workup due to widespread nasal tissue necrosis and nonspecific sinus-related complaints. While ENKL is significantly more common in Asia and South America, clinicians worldwide should maintain a high level of suspicion for patients presenting with nonspecific nasopharyngeal complaints who have signs of tissue necrosis. Early recognition and treatment with combined radiotherapy and chemotherapy can improve survival.

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