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[T- and B-cell double lymphoma: immunologic characterization using monoclonal antibodies]
W Aberer1, V Groh, P Bettelheim
1I Universitäts-Hauklinik Wien.
Summary
This case study details a rare instance of two distinct non-Hodgkin lymphomas coexisting in one patient: chronic lymphocytic leukemia and mycosis fungoides. Both lymphomas progressed concurrently, leading to the patient's death.
Area of Science:
- Hematology
- Oncology
- Dermatology
Background:
- Coexistence of two distinct non-Hodgkin lymphomas (NHL) in a single patient is exceptionally rare.
- Chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) of B-cell origin can present with prolonged indolent course.
- Mycosis fungoides (MF) is the most common type of cutaneous T-cell lymphoma.