Chylothorax as an Unusual Initial Manifestation of Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma in an 86-Year-Old Woman: A Reflection of Diagnostic Reasoning and Age in Therapeutic Decisions

Key Points

• Chylothorax was identified as the first symptom of diffuse large B-cell lymphoma in the patient.
• The patient was 86 years old, revealing the complexity of age-related therapeutic decisions.
• Diagnostic reasoning played a crucial role in identifying the lymphoma through unusual symptoms.
• This case highlights the need for careful consideration of age factors in lymphoma treatment decisions.