Appendix lymphoma
Appendix lymphoma
Definition
A lymphoma arising from the appendix. The majority of lymphomas affecting the appendix represent disease extension from the intestinal wall; primary lymphomas of the appendix are rare.
Also known as appendiceal lymphoma, appendix lymphoma, lymphoma of appendix, lymphoma of the appendix, lymphoma of vermiform appendix, primary appendix lymphoma, vermiform appendix lymphoma — per MONDO
Also identified as
Affected Organs
| Organ | Involvement | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Alimentary part of gastrointestinal system | Disease Has Associated Anatomic Site | NCIT · CC BY 4.0 |
| Alimentary part of gastrointestinal system | Disease Has Primary Anatomic Site | NCIT · CC BY 4.0 |
| Appendix | Disease Has Associated Anatomic Site | NCIT · CC BY 4.0 |
| Appendix | Disease Has Primary Anatomic Site | NCIT · CC BY 4.0 |
| Lymphoid system | Disease Has Primary Anatomic Site | NCIT · CC BY 4.0 |