Localized Castleman disease

Localized Castleman disease

Definition

Localized Castleman disease (LCD) is the most common form of Castleman disease (CD) and it is usually asymptomatic or it may present with enlarged lymph nodes. LCD may be cured by surgical resection.

Also known as localised Angiofollicular lymphoid hyperplasia, localized Angiofollicular lymphoid hyperplasia, localized Castleman disease — per MONDO

Also identified as

Affected Organs

Organ Involvement Source
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