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B-cell lymphomas
...These include [[diffuse large B-cell lymphoma]], [[follicular lymphoma]], and [[chronic lymphocytic leukemia]]. B-cell lymphomas: /biː sɛl lɪmˈfoʊməz/

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T cell lymphoma
...cancer that forms in T cells (a type of cell in the immune system). T-cell lymphomas can be either indolent (slow growing) or aggressive (fast growing). ...ursor T-lymphoblastic lymphoma. Prognosis and treatment depend on the type and stage of the cancer {{dictionary-stub}} [[Category:Dictionary of medicine]]

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Intravascular lymphomas
== Intravascular Lymphomas == '''Intravascular lymphomas''' (''pronunciation: in-tra-vas-cu-lar lim-fo-mas'') are a rare subtype of

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MDX-060
...f some lymphomas. Monoclonal antibodies are made in the lab and can locate and attach to cancer cells ...f some lymphomas. Monoclonal antibodies are made in the lab and can locate and attach to cancer cells {{dictionary-stub}} [[Category:Dictionary of medicin

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SSG
...bstance being studied for the treatment of certain solid tumors, lymphomas and myelomas. SSG can block enzymes needed for cancer growth. ...bstance being studied for the treatment of certain solid tumors, lymphomas and myelomas. SSG can block enzymes needed for cancer growth. It's a kind of pe

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Diffuse large B-cell lymphoma
...nodes, fever, night sweats, fatigue, and weight loss. Diffuse large B-cell lymphomas can occur at any age but are more common in older adults. They are also som

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Non-Hodgkin lymphoma
...include Hodgkin's lymphoma and cancers of the mouth, throat, liver, lungs and anus. ...-cell non-Hodgkin's lymphomas. Prognosis and treatment depend on the stage and type of disease. Also called NHL {{dictionary-stub}} [[Category:Dictionary

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Mitoguazon dihydrochloride
...udied to treat some leukemias and lymphomas. It blocks the growth of cells and can cause cancer cells to die. ...udied to treat some leukemias and lymphomas. It blocks the growth of cells and can cause cancer cells to die. It is a kind of inhibitor of polyamine synth

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Sodium stibogluconate
...bstance being studied for the treatment of certain solid tumors, lymphomas and myelomas. Sodium stibogluconate can block enzymes needed for cancer growth. ...bstance being studied for the treatment of certain solid tumors, lymphomas and myelomas. Sodium stibogluconate can block enzymes needed for cancer growth.

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CD20 antigen
...her than normal amounts in patients with certain types of B-cell lymphomas and leukemias. ...her than normal amounts in patients with certain types of B-cell lymphomas and leukemias. Measuring the amount of CD20 antigen on blood cells can be usefu

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Mature T-cell lymphoma
...other lymphatic sites in the body, including the lymph nodes, bone marrow, and spleen ) begin ). Also called peripheral T-cell lymphoma ...other lymphatic sites in the body, including the lymph nodes, bone marrow, and spleen ) begin ). Also called peripheral T-cell lymphoma {{dictionary-stub}

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Ocaratuzumab
...moieties in the structure, "tuzu" is a stem used for humanized antibodies, and "mab" is a common suffix for monoclonal antibodies. ...o the [[CD20]] antigen on the surface of cancer cells, specifically B-cell lymphomas. This binding triggers an immune response that leads to the destruction of

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ICE (chemotherapy)
...homa]]. The regimen includes three drugs: [[Ifosfamide]], [[Carboplatin]], and [[Etoposide]]. ...l letters of the three drugs used in the regimen: Ifosfamide, Carboplatin, and Etoposide.

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Adriamycin PFS
...stric cancer]], and [[lymphomas]]. It works by interfering with the growth and spread of cancer cells in the body. * [[Cancer]]: A group of diseases characterized by the uncontrolled growth and spread of abnormal cells.

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Lymphomas
|Term=Lymphomas |Short definition=a group of cancer of the lymph nodes and spleen that can spread to other parts of the body

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CD20
...n the surface of all B-cells beginning at the pro-B phase (CD45R+, CD117+) and progressively increasing in concentration until maturity. ...of cell surface molecules present on leukocytes. CD20 was first identified and named in this manner in the early 1980s.

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Umbralisib
...It is classified as a [[PI3K inhibitor]], specifically targeting the delta and gamma isoforms of the enzyme [[phosphoinositide 3-kinase]] (PI3K). The name "Umbralisib" is derived from the combination of letters and syllables that pharmaceutical companies use to create a unique name. The ex

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Mitomycin
...udied to treat some leukemias and lymphomas. It blocks the growth of cells and can cause cancer cells to die. ...'s DNA and can kill cancer cells. It's a type of antineoplastic antibiotic and a type of alkylating agent {{dictionary-stub}} [[Category:Dictionary of med

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Peripheral T-cell lymphoma
...other lymphatic sites in the body, including the lymph nodes, bone marrow, and spleen ) begin ). Also called mature T-cell lymphoma {{dictionary-stub}} [[

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Large-cell lymphoma
...large-cell lymphoma" is derived from the Latin ''lympha'' meaning "water", and the Greek ''-oma'' meaning "tumor". The term refers to the large size of th ...MBCL). These lymphomas are typically aggressive, meaning they grow quickly and require immediate treatment.

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