Clinicopathological Classification of Diffuse large B-cell lymphoma in a tertiary care centre.

Abstract

Abstract: Diffuse large B-cell lymphoma (DLBCL) is a neoplasm of large B lymphoid cells, the most common type of Non Hodgkins Lymphoma (NHL) amongst  adults constituting 30%–58% of lymphoma series. It is an aggressive tumor accounting for about 35% of cases in India. Limited information is available from developing countries regarding its clinico-pathological presentation. We undertook this study to determine the clinico-laboratory characteristics and to classify DLBCL. Material and Methods: A total of 83 cases of Mature B cell neoplasms were diagnosed of which there were 34 (40.9%) cases of DLBCL. The study was conducted after approval by institutional ethics committee as applicable. Statistics: It is a descriptive study using averages and proportions for statistical analysis

Keywords: Diffuse large B-cell lymphoma. Clinicopathological, India.