As the name suggests, lymphoma is a tumor that grows from malignant proliferation of tissues near the lymph node. Depending on the location and specific situation of the disease, it can also be divided into many types. Next, please follow the encyclopedia to take a look at the staging of non Hodgkin lymphoma.
How many stages are there for non Hodgkin lymphoma
Non Hodgkin lymphoma according to An Arbor staging criteria:
Invasion of a lymph node area or an extra nodal organ or site
On one side of the transverse septum, invasion of two or more lymph node regions or limited invasion of an extra nodal organ or site
III Invasion of lymph node areas on both sides of the transverse septum or limited invasion of an extra nodal organ or site or spleen
Diffuse or disseminated invasion of one or more extranodal organs or sites. Accompanied or not by lymph node invasion
Examination of Non Hodgkin's Lymphoma
Non Hodgkin's lymphoma can be examined through medical methods, including traumatic and non-invasive examinations. The examination method is determined based on the size, growth site, and specific conditions of the lesion. Traumatic examinations include direct puncture of superficial enlarged lymph nodes; Alternatively, under the guidance of ultrasound and CT positioning, deep lymph node and space occupying lesion puncture needle aspiration can be performed to obtain specimens. There is some controversy over the value of this method. Various surgical methods are used to obtain cell specimens from lymph nodes or lesion sites, etc.
Non traumatic examinations include imaging examinations such as whole-body CT, magnetic resonance imaging, positron emission tomography technology, laboratory examinations such as whole blood cell count, erythrocyte sedimentation rate, lactate dehydrogenase, β 2-microglobulin, and liver and kidney function.
The editor needs to remind everyone that the higher the staging level of non Hodgkin lymphoma, the greater the harm to patients, and the more difficult it is to clear. Therefore, early examination is necessary to achieve early detection and treatment. It is recommended that everyone undergo a full body examination once a year, which is more helpful in preventing diseases before they occur. Once non Hodgkin lymphoma is detected, seek medical attention immediately and do not delay the condition.
