Hydroa vacciniforme-like lymphoma

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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Alberto Plate [2]

Synonyms and keywords: Hydroa-like CTCL

Overview

Hydroa vacciniforme-like lymphoma is a EBV-positive peripheral T-cell lymphoma (Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma), that affects primarily pediatrics patients. Its associated with photosensitivity and insect bites.[1] Clinically, it manifests with vacciniform vesicles, necrotic ulcers and scars.[2]

Historical Perspective

Classification

Pathophysiology

Causes

Differential Diagnosis

Epidemiology and Demographics

Risk Factors

Natural History, Complications, and Prognosis

Diagnosis

History and Symptoms

Treatment

References

  1. Swerdlow, Steven (2008). WHO classification of tumours of haematopoietic and lymphoid tissues. Lyon, France: International Agency for Research on Cancer. ISBN 9789283224310.
  2. "Hydroa vacciniforme-like lymphoma: a case report and literature review" (PDF).


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