Cutaneous T-cell lymphoma: a case study, treatment, and nursing implications

In this case study, the course and treatment of fatal cutaneous T-cell lymphoma (CTCL) in an adult male is presented. Following diagnosis, the patient received multiple therapeutic regimens, including extracorporeal photochemotherapy, also known as photopheresis. The different treatments for CTCL are described. Photopheresis is useful in the care of CTCL patients, and nurses will play a large part in their care.