[Bioptic typing and classification of Hodgkin's lymphomas--status in 1998]

L Plank1, F Fakan

  • 1Ustav patologickej anatómie Jeseniovej LF Univerzity Komenského a MFN, Martin, Slovenská republika.

Vnitrni Lekarstvi
|January 12, 2005
PubMed

Insights

This review details the evolution of Hodgkin

Area of Science:

  • Hematology
  • Oncology
  • Pathology

Context:

  • Review of Hodgkin's lymphoma classification systems.
  • Includes the Revised European-American Lymphoma (REAL) classification.
  • Discusses the current World Health Organization (WHO) classification.

Purpose:

  • To trace the development of Hodgkin's lymphoma classification.
  • To describe morphological and immunohistochemical features.
  • To provide differential diagnosis data.

Summary:

  • Hodgkin's lymphomas are categorized into nodular lymphocyte-predominant and classical types.
  • Morphological and immunohistochemical characteristics are detailed.
  • Tumor biology, evolution, and differential diagnosis are covered.

Impact:

  • Provides a comprehensive overview of Hodgkin's lymphoma classification.
  • Aids in accurate diagnosis and understanding of tumor progression.
  • Serves as a reference for pathologists and oncologists.