Intravascular lymphomas
Intravascular Lymphomas
Intravascular lymphomas (pronunciation: in-tra-vas-cu-lar lim-fo-mas) are a rare subtype of non-Hodgkin lymphoma that are characterized by the selective growth of lymphoma cells within the lumen of small blood vessels.
Etymology
The term "intravascular" is derived from the Latin words "intra" meaning "within" and "vasculum" meaning "small vessel". "Lymphoma" is derived from the Latin "lympha" meaning "water", and the Greek "oma" meaning "tumor".
Definition
Intravascular lymphomas are a type of lymphoma, which is a cancer that begins in the cells of the lymphatic system. In this particular subtype, the cancer cells grow within the lumen of small blood vessels, rather than in the lymph nodes or other organs. This can lead to a variety of symptoms, depending on which part of the body is affected.
Symptoms
Symptoms of intravascular lymphomas can vary widely, depending on which part of the body is affected. They may include fever, fatigue, weight loss, and neurological symptoms such as confusion, memory loss, and seizures.
Diagnosis
Diagnosis of intravascular lymphomas can be challenging, as the symptoms can be nonspecific and the disease often does not show up on standard imaging tests. A biopsy of affected tissue is usually required for diagnosis.
Treatment
Treatment for intravascular lymphomas typically involves chemotherapy, and may also include radiation therapy or stem cell transplant.
Prognosis
The prognosis for intravascular lymphomas can vary, depending on factors such as the patient's age, overall health, and response to treatment.
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External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Intravascular lymphomas
- Wikipedia's article - Intravascular lymphomas
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