Lymphomas Flashcards
1
Q
Hodgkin lymphoma characteristics
A
Localised (only 1 node)
Reed-Sternberg cells
Young adults and > 55 y.o
2
Q
Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma characteristics
A
Multiple lymph nodes]Majority involve B cells
Children & adults
3
Q
Mgx
A
Excision biopsy to confirm diagnosis
4
Q
CFs
A
Lymphadenopathy (90%)
Mediastinal mass (60%)
Fever, weight loss, night sweats (30%)
5
Q
Most common lymph nodes affected
A
Cervical
Supraclavicular
