Peripheral T-cell Lymphoma

Peripheral T-cell lymphomas (PTCL) are a rare and aggressive form of non-Hodgkin lymphoma, a type of blood cancer. They arise from lymphocytes, a type of white blood cell, which are present in the lymph nodes, spleen, and other organs and normally help to fight infection. PTCL is sub-divided into a number of different types based on the type of lymphocyte involved and clinical features. Treatment for these malignancies can vary depending on the subtype and can include chemotherapy, immunotherapy, radiation, and stem cell transplants. PTCL may also be treated with targeted drugs aimed at preventing the cancer from growing and spreading. Early detection of PTCL is essential to improve the prognosis and to help increase the chance of successful treatment.