The Lymphocyte β-Glucuronidase Activity in Lymphoproliferative Disorders

The lymphocyte beta-glucuronidase activity in lymphoproliferative disorders.

β-HHVs and HHV-8 in Lymphoproliferative Disorders

Similarly to Epstein-Barr virus (EBV), the human herpesvirus-8 (HHV-8) is a γ-herpesvirus, recently recognized to be associated with the occurrence of rare B cell lymphomas and atypical lymphoproliferations, especially in the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infected subjects. Moreover, the human herpesvirus-6 (HHV-6), a β-herpesvirus, has been shown to be implicated in some non-malignant lym...

Anemia in Lymphoproliferative Disorders.

The etiologies of anemia in patients with lymphoproliferative disorder (LPD) are diverse. Causes such as acute blood loss or deficiencies in iron or vitamins (folate/B12) are considered in the initial evaluation. In many instances, the anemia can be attributed to marrow infiltration by the LPD. Treatment with chemotherapy can suppress erythropoiesis. Other causes that occur more often with LPD ...

Hiv-Related Lymphoproliferative Disorders

Lymphoproliferative disorders including non-Hodgkin lymphomas (NHL) are not uncommon neoplasms in patients infected with the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). It has been established that HIV-infected individuals are more prone to develop certain lymphoproliferative disorders and lymphomas compared to non-infected individuals. The exact mechanisms underlying these associations is yet to be es...

Immune thrombocytopenia in lymphoproliferative disorders.

Lymphoproliferative disorders are recognized as a common cause of secondary immune thrombocytopenia (ITP). The mechanisms involved in the pathogenesis of ITP associated with lymphoproliferative disorders are heterogeneous and often linked to the presence and activity of the malignant clone. A better understanding of the responsible mechanisms leading to ITP in each disease may allow for targete...