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J Med Oncl Ther 2017 Volume 2 | Issue 3
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International Conference on
Oncology and Cancer Therapeutics
October 30- November 01, 2017 | Chicago, USA
L
ymphocytes are made in bone marrow and can develop into
either T-cells or B-cells. Uncontrolled dividing lymphocytes
lead to lymphoma. Salivary glands MALT lymphoma arises from
cancerous B- cells. Marginal zone lymphoma is a slow-growing
B-cell non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma. Extra nodal marginal zone
lymphoma is one of the types of marginal zone lymphoma.
Mucosa-associated lymphoid tissue (MALT) is another name
of it. MALT lymphoma of the salivary gland is an uncommon
condition that generally affects older adults. The cause of
MALT lymphoma of the salivary gland is unknown. There
may be certain genetic defect such as translocation of the
chromosomes. This may result in increased production of their
mRNA, thus increasing their protein levels. The new protein
formation due to an exchange of protein-coding regions of a
gene leads to the inappropriate growth of cells. Similar signs
and symptoms can be seen in other clinical conditions. Thus
to arrive at a definitive diagnosis, additional tests should be
performed to rule out other clinical conditions. Chemotherapy,
radiation therapy, surgery and other treatment measures may
be used for treatingMALT lymphoma of salivary gland based on
the assessment of the physician. Progression of the lymphoma,
response to treatment and overall health of the individual affect
the prognosis of lymphoma. Physical and emotional distress
can be associated with the treatment for MALT lymphoma of
a salivary gland, so along with treatment; supportive care and
encouragement help positively and can bring a measure of
relief to the patients. Awareness and early detection of MALT
lymphoma of salivary gland can help to reduce the patient’s
morbidity and mortality.
Speaker Biography
Priyanka Debta did her MDS (Oral Pathology and Microbiology), IDS from Soa
University, BBSR, Odisha. She has more than eight years’ of experience in this field
of Oral Pathology and Microbiology. She is a dedicated, resourceful and innovative
instructor for Undergraduate and Post-graduate students that helps in intellectual
growth by creating an atmosphere of mutual respect and open communication.
Her various review, research work and case reports has been published in reputed
international and national journals. She has been also contributed as a co-author
in the book treatment of trigeminal neuralgia by Lambert publication. She has
also participated for posters and oral paper presentations in various national and
international conferences. Her broad area of interest in research work is evaluation of
immunological cells infiltration in oral oncology and in various odontogenic cysts and
in the field of Forensic Odontology.
e:
drpriyanka_1234@rediffmail.comPriyanka Debta
SOA University, India
Oncology and cancer therapeutics aspect of MALT lymphoma of salivary gland