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Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma Treatment During Pregnancy (PDQ®): Treatment - Health Professional Information [NCI]

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General Information About Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma Treatment During Pregnancy

Non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL) is more common in older patients, with a median age at diagnosis of 68 years.[1] Hodgkin lymphoma is most common in early adulthood and in patients older than 65 years.[2] This age distribution may explain why there are fewer reports of NHL in pregnant patients.[3]

References:

  1. Surveillance, Epidemiology, and End Results Program: SEER Cancer Stat Facts: Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma. Bethesda, Md: National Cancer Institute, DCCPS, Surveillance Research Program. Available online. Last accessed December 16, 2024.
  2. Surveillance, Epidemiology, and End Results Program: SEER Cancer Stat Facts: Hodgkin Lymphoma. Bethesda, Md: National Cancer Institute. Available online. Last accessed December 16, 2024.
  3. Ward FT, Weiss RB: Lymphoma and pregnancy. Semin Oncol 16 (5): 397-409, 1989.
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