Autologous hematopoietic stem cell transplantation for human immunodeficiency virus associated gastric Burkitt lymphoma: A case report

RATIONALE: HIV-related lymphoma, especially non-Hodgkin lymphoma, is one of the most common malignant tumors in HIV/acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS) patients. Autologous hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (AHSCT) for the patients with Burkitt lymphoma (BL) is needed to be further explored. PATIENT CONCERNS: A 57-year-old man was hospitalized with intermittent pain on upper abdomen and melena for >1 month. DIAGNOSIS: HIV antibody testing was positive. The upper gastrointestinal endoscopy was performed and histopathology and immunohistochemistry revealed BL. INTERVENTIONS: Highly effective antiretroviral therapy and sixth cycles of chemotherapy were administered, followed by autologous hematopoietic stem cell transplantation. OUTCOMES: The patient has had tumor-free survival for >6 years with normal CD4+ T cell counts and HIV viral load below the lowest detection LESSONS: The patient was treated with AHSCT followed complete remission after chemotherapy and achieved long-term disease-free survival. AHSCT may be a promising way for clinical cure of HIV-related BL.