Primary central nervous system lymphoma
Primary central nervous system lymphoma is a form of Lymphoma affecting the Central nervous system. It is more common in those with weak immune systems, such as those with AIDS.
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 Brain magnetic resonance imaging showing primary central nervous system B-cell non-Hodgkin lymphoma of the sella turcica and hypothalamus, continuing to the tectum (intensely white areas in the middle). | |
| ICD-9 | 200.5 |
| DiseasesDB | 29451 |
| eMedicine | article/1157638 |
Primary Central Nervous System Lymphoma Media
Micrograph showing a primary CNS lymphoma with the characteristic perivascular distribution composed of large cells with prominent nucleoli. Brain biopsy. HPS stain.
