Hodgkin lymphoma
Pronunciation: HODJ-kin lim-FOH-ma
A type of lymphoma characterized by the presence of Reed-Sternberg cells and typically good prognosis in children.
Full Definition
Hodgkin lymphoma is a malignancy of the lymphatic system distinguished by the presence of Reed-Sternberg cells (or their variants) and specific histologic patterns. It typically spreads in an orderly fashion from lymph node to lymph node and has an excellent prognosis in children with appropriate treatment. Classical Hodgkin lymphoma is the most common subtype in pediatrics, while nodular lymphocyte-predominant Hodgkin lymphoma is less frequent. The disease is staged using the Ann Arbor staging system.
Usage
Usage note: Capitalize 'Hodgkin' as an eponym. Modern terminology favors 'lymphoma' over the older 'disease.'
In Context
- "PET-CT staging revealed limited-stage Hodgkin lymphoma with mediastinal involvement." — Staging summary
- "Hodgkin lymphoma has excellent cure rates exceeding 95% in pediatric patients." — Patient education material