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Lymphoma, Primary Effusion

A rare neoplasm of large B-cells usually presenting as serious effusions without detectable tumor masses. The most common sites of involvement are the pleural, pericardial, and peritoneal cavities. It is associated with HUMAN HERPESVIRUS 8, most often occurring in the setting of immunodeficiency.

Year introduced: 2008

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Tree Number(s): C04.557.386.480.150.592, C15.604.515.569.480.150.592, C20.683.515.761.480.150.592

MeSH Unique ID: D054685

Entry Terms:

  • Effusion Lymphoma, Primary
  • Effusion Lymphomas, Primary
  • Lymphomas, Primary Effusion
  • Primary Effusion Lymphomas
  • Primary Effusion Lymphoma

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