NCIt definition : A B-cell lymphoma characterized by the presence of scattered clonal cells known as
lymphocyte predominant cells (LP cells) in a background of reactive lymphocytes and
histiocytes, and formation of a nodular or nodular and diffuse growth pattern.;
Alternative definition : NCI-GLOSS: A rare type of Hodgkin lymphoma, which is a cancer of the immune system.
It is marked by the presence of a type of cell called a popcorn cell, which is different
from the typical Reed-Sternberg cell found in classical Hodgkin lymphoma. This type
of Hodgkin lymphoma may change into diffuse large B-cell lymphoma.;
Neoplastic status : Malignant;
ICD-O code : 9659/3;
Codes from synonyms : CDR0000574286; CDR0000574285; 10020231; C81.00;