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Angioimmunoblastic T-cell lymphoma

This article is designed to help you understand your pathology report for angioimmunoblastic T-cell lymphoma. Each section explains an important aspect of the diagnosis and what it means for you. What is angioimmunoblastic T-cell lymphoma? Angioimmunoblastic T-cell lymphoma is a rare immune system cancer that develops from T cells (a type of white blood cell) …
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Matted lymph nodes

Matted lymph nodes are groups of lymph nodes that have become stuck together, forming a single mass. Lymph nodes are small, bean-shaped structures that are part of the immune system. They help the body fight infections by filtering out harmful substances. Normally, lymph nodes are separate from one another, but in certain conditions, they can …
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Neck dissection

A neck dissection is a surgical procedure involving the removal of lymph nodes and surrounding tissue from the neck. It is primarily performed to treat or prevent the spread of cancer, particularly head and neck cancers, by removing potentially affected lymphatic tissue. What is the purpose of a neck dissection? The primary purpose of a …
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Lymph nodes

Lymph nodes are small, bean-shaped structures that are part of the body’s lymphatic system. The lymphatic system is a network of tissues and organs, including lymph nodes, that help the body fight infections and other diseases. Each lymph node acts like a filter, trapping germs, cellular debris, foreign particles, and cancer cells. What do lymph …
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