Radiotherapy for extranodal classic Hodgkin lymphoma of the maxillary sinus: Case report and literature review

BackgroundClassic Hodgkin lymphoma is a malignant neoplasm of the lymphatic system that commonly presents with cervical and mediastinal lymphadenopathy. Primary extranodal disease of the head and neck is rare, with only a few cases reported in the literature. In this case report, we describe the presentation, treatment, and clinical outcome of a patient who presented with extranodal Hodgkin lymphoma of the maxillary sinus. MethodsWe report a case of extranodal classic Hodgkin lymphoma of the maxillary sinus treated with 2 cycles of chemotherapy and consolidative radiotherapy (RT). We also reviewed the literature. ResultsThe patient tolerated treatment without complications and has experienced no evidence of recurrence 2 years after treatment. ConclusionThis is one of the few reports of extranodal Hodgkin lymphoma of the maxillary sinus. To our knowledge, this report represents the longest follow-up of any patient with this presentation.