How to check mesenteric lymphoma

Mesenteric lymphoma is diagnosed mainly through imaging examinations, laboratory tests and tissue biopsy, including CT scans, ultrasound examinations and pathological biopsy. Early diagnosis and accurate classification are very important for the treatment and prognosis of patients, and a comprehensive examination should be carried out under the guidance of a doctor.

1. Imaging examination

Imaging is the most commonly used method in the examination of mesenteric lymphoma and is used to evaluate the size, distribution, and invasion of lesions.

-CT scan: Enhanced CT can clearly show the morphology and distribution of the tumor and whether it involves surrounding tissues, and can also help determine whether there is metastasis.

-Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI): It has higher resolution for soft tissues and is often used to determine the relationship between tumors and blood vessels and the extent of lesions.

-Ultrasound examination: Abdominal B-ultrasound is a non-invasive and simple method that can initially detect abdominal masses, but the resolution is limited and it is usually used as an auxiliary examination.

2. Laboratory examination

Laboratory tests can indirectly detect the presence of tumors and assess the overall condition through abnormal changes in blood and biochemical indicators.

-Tumor marker testing: Tumor markers such as CEA and CA-125 can be used as a reference, but their sensitivity is limited in the diagnosis of lymphoma and need to be combined with other examination methods.

- Routine blood test and lymphocyte subset detection: Some lymphoma patients may show symptoms of leukopenia or abnormal increase in leukocytes, abnormal lymphocyte ratios, etc., indicating problems with the immune system.

-Biochemical examination of tissue fluid: Biochemical analysis and immunocytological analysis of peritoneal fluid help determine the nature of the lesion.

3. Tissue Biopsy

Pathological diagnosis is the gold standard for the diagnosis of mesenteric lymphoma. By obtaining the diseased tissue for microscopic observation, the morphology and classification of cancer cells can be determined.

-Needle biopsy: A needle biopsy is performed under image guidance to obtain suspicious tissue for pathological analysis.

-Open biopsy: If imaging and needle biopsy results are unclear, surgery may be performed to obtain a larger tissue sample for comprehensive testing.

- Endoscopic examination: In some cases, endoscopy can be used to collect tissue from deeper parts of the body to provide samples for research.

Tips and suggestions

If you suspect mesenteric lymphoma, you must go to a regular hospital as soon as possible to confirm the diagnosis using a combination of imaging, laboratory and pathological examinations. Early diagnosis and treatment can significantly improve the patient's survival and quality of life. At the same time, you need to cooperate with the doctor to develop a personalized treatment plan to help control the spread of the disease and the occurrence of complications.