Plasmablastic lymphoma

Definition

An aggressive diffuse large B-cell lymphoma frequently arising in the setting of HIV infection and characterized by the presence of large neoplastic cells resembling B-immunoblasts which have the immunophenotypic profile of plasma cells. Sites of involvement include the oral cavity, sinonasal cavity, skin, soft tissues, gastrointestinal tract, and bone.

Also known as PBL, Plasmablastic lymphoma — per MONDO

Also identified as

• DOID 0080779 per MONDO
• MESH D000069293 per MONDO
• NCIT C7224 per MONDO
• Orphanet 289666 per MONDO
• SCTID 724648008 per MONDO
• UMLS C3472614 per MONDO

Affected Organs