Non Hodgkin's Lymphoma
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Mantle Cell Lymphoma
Mantle
Cell Lymphoma
Mantle cell lymphoma is a very unique type of
lymphoma. In the past it has been associated with a very poor
prognosis, but recent changes in the treatment protocols have
dramatically improved the prognosis. The use of HyperCVAD+Rituxan
instead of CHOP+Rituxan has resulted in a better rate of long
term remissions for many patients.
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for a list of medical abstracts about the latest
treatments for Mantle Cell Lymphoma
For those who still relapse, a Stem Cell Transplant is also proving highly effective at achieving long term remissions.
One of the things that makes MCL so unique is that it is classified as an aggressive type of NHL, yet it behaves both like an indolent and an aggressive variety. In some patients it behaves as other indolent NHL's do, and the patient is able to enjoy long periods of watch and wait, without any treatment.
Mantle cell lymphoma is called that because it usually infiltrates the Mantle Zone of the lymph nodes. That is the area surrounding the lymphoid follicles. When it remains in the mantle zone it generally follows a more indolent course. When it spreads outside this area, in a more diffuse growth pattern, its behaviours becomes less indolent and more aggressive.
For a detailed look at Mantle Cell Lymphoma visit this site. http://www.emedicine.com/med/topic1361.htm
MCL Resource. This is an outstanding site dedicated to Mantle Cell Lymphoma. It has a wealth of highly detailed information and resources for you to check. http://www.mclresource.com
http://www.emedicine.com/med/topic1361.htm
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