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The sarcomatoid variant is considered a rare subtype of anaplastic large cell lymphoma. We present a 40-year-old diabetic female who was evaluated in the ER for distributive shock, requiring vasopressors and mechanical ventilation. An extensive workup was negative for infection. A serial CT scan of the abdomen and pelvis showed evolving lymphadenopathy, and a biopsy revealed malignant anaplastic lymphoma cells with a sarcomatous variant. The oncology team recommended the initiation of inpatient chemotherapy; however, the family opted to proceed with comfort care measures.
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