Diffuse large B-cell lymphoma with chronic inflammation

Definition

An Epstein-Barr virus-associated malignant lymphoproliferative disorder, developing in a context of long-standing or slow-growing, chronically inflamed lesions, such as chronic pyothorax, metallic implants in bones and joints, chronic osteomyelitis, chronic venous ulcer, or, rarely granulomatous inflammation. The tumor is usually primarily localized, with no involvement of other organs.

Also known as DLBCL with chronic inflammation — per MONDO

Also identified as

• NCIT C80289 per MONDO
• Orphanet 300888 per MONDO
• UMLS C4511460 per MONDO

Affected Organs