[Lymphadenopathy]

Praxis (Bern 1994). 2001 Nov 15;90(46):2005-8.
[Article in German]

Abstract

Lymphadenopathy is a very common problem that affects patients of all ages. Differential diagnosis is extensive, in general lymph nodes that have been present for longer than 1 month and measure more than 1 x 1 cm should be considered for further examinations, including laboratory testing and biopsy for histological and microbiological examinations.

Publication types

  • English Abstract

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Aged
  • Biopsy
  • Diagnosis, Differential
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Lymph Nodes / pathology
  • Lymphatic Diseases / etiology*
  • Lymphatic Diseases / pathology
  • Male
  • Middle Aged