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Doctors use several diagnostic tools to identify mesenteric lymphoma even without symptoms:

• CT scans and PET-CT imaging to identify abdominal masses and enlarged lymph nodes
• The mass often shows a distinctive "sandwich sign" appearance on CT scans
• Lymph node biopsy, where tissue is removed and examined under a Show Full Answer

Doctors use several diagnostic tools to identify mesenteric lymphoma even without symptoms:

• CT scans and PET-CT imaging to identify abdominal masses and enlarged lymph nodes
• The mass often shows a distinctive "sandwich sign" appearance on CT scans
• Lymph node biopsy, where tissue is removed and examined under a microscope
• Blood tests to check for protein levels that may be affected by lymphoma Treatment typically involves a two-step approach:

1. Surgery to remove the mass
2. Chemotherapy, which may include:
• Single drug treatment like bendamustine
• Combination therapy (EPOCH) using multiple drugs
• Addition of rituximab (Rituxan) to the chemotherapy regimen

Your healthcare team will determine the best treatment plan based on your specific situation.

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Mesenteric Lymphoma: Your Guide