Oncology

Blood 14 Sep 2005

Mantle cell lymphoma (non-Hodgkin's lymphoma)

Mantle cell lymphoma is a cancer of the lymphatic system with no known cause. It mainly affects B lymphocytes.

Blood 11 Sep 2005

Burkitt's lymphoma

Burkitt's lymphoma is a type of non-Hodgkin's lymphoma or cancer which affects the lymphatic system. It is rare in Australian adults but affects children.

Blood 11 Sep 2005

Peripheral T cell lymphoma

Peripheral T cell lymphoma is a cancer of the lymphatic system. It affects cells in lymphatic fluid called T cells.

Cancer 10 Sep 2005

Adrenalectomy

Adrenalectomy is a surgical procedure to remove the hormone producing adrenal glands, near the kidneys. It is a treatment for benign and malignant tumours.

Blood 10 Sep 2005

Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma: Small lymphocytic lymphoma

Small lymphocytic lymphoma is cancer of the lymphatic system. A type of non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, it causes fever, unexplained weight loss and night sweats.

Blood 31 Aug 2005

Lymphoblastic lymphoma (non-Hodgkin's lymphoma)

Lymphoblastic lymphoma is an uncommon lymphatic cancer. It is a type of non-Hodgkin's lymphoma that destroys lymph nodes, causing them to enlarge.

Cancer 30 Aug 2005

Fine Needle Aspiration Biopsy (FNA)

Fine needle aspiration is a quicker, less painful biopsy procedure to remove tissue, cell or fluid samples. It involves using a hollow needle.

Blood 30 Aug 2005

Full blood count (FBC; full blood test; complete blood count; CBC)

A full blood count (FBC) is a very common procedure and often the starting point for medical investigations. FBCs test for blood disorders or abnormalities, and…