ICD-10: C84.A8
Cutaneous T-cell lymphoma, unspecified, lymph nodes of multiple sites
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Approximate Synonyms
The ICD-10 code C84.A8 refers to "Cutaneous T-cell lymphoma, unspecified, lymph nodes of multiple sites." Here are some alternative names and related terms associated with this condition:
- Cutaneous T-cell lymphoma (CTCL): This is the broader category under which C84.A8 falls, encompassing various types of lymphomas that primarily affect the skin.
- Lymphoma: A general term for cancers that originate in the lymphatic system, which includes cutaneous T-cell lymphoma.
- Non-Hodgkin lymphoma: CTCL is a type of non-Hodgkin lymphoma, which is a diverse group of blood cancers that includes all lymphomas except Hodgkin's lymphomas.
- Mycosis fungoides: This is one of the most common forms of CTCL, which may be related to the unspecified nature of C84.A8.
- Sézary syndrome: A more aggressive form of CTCL that can also involve lymph nodes and may be considered in discussions of cutaneous T-cell lymphomas.
- Lymphadenopathy: This term refers to the enlargement of lymph nodes, which is a common feature in cases classified under C84.A8.
These terms help in understanding the classification and implications of the condition associated with the ICD-10 code C84.A8, particularly in the context of its diagnosis and treatment.
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Approximate Synonyms
- Cutaneous T-cell lymphoma
- Lymphoma
- Non-Hodgkin lymphoma
- Mycosis fungoides
- Sézary syndrome
- Lymphadenopathy
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