Table 1.
Predictors of lymphoma development in Sjögren’s syndrome
Clinical | Serological |
---|---|
Persistent parotid gland enlargement | Mixed monoclonal cryoglobulinemia |
Splenomegaly | Low serum C4 levels |
Lymphadenopathy | Serum or urine monoclonal bands |
Palpable purpura | CD4 + T lymphocytopeniaa |
Leg ulcers | Neutropeniaa |
Peripheral neuropathy | High serum β2 microglobulina |
Previous low-dose irradiation or chemotherapy | Low serum IgM levelsa |
Disappearance of previously positive rheumatoid factor |
aΙndicates detected findings in the present case.