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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1];Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Amandeep Singh M.D.[2]

Overview

Diagnostic criteria for malignant lymphadenopathy, may include: size of node more than 2 cm, node that is draining, hard, or fixed to underlying tissue, atypical location (e.g. supraclavicular node), associated risk factors (e.g. HIV or TB), fever and/or weight loss, and splenomegaly. On the other hand, diagnostic criteria for benign lymphadenopathy, may include: node < 1 cm, node that is mobile, soft-or tender, and is not fixed to underlying tissue, typical location (e.g. supraclavicular node), no associated risk factors, and palpable and painful enlargement.

Diagnostic Criteria

Malignant Lymphadenopathy

Benign Lymphadenopathy

  • Node < 1 cm
  • Node that is mobile, soft-or tender, and is not fixed to underlying tissue
  • Common location (e.g. supraclavicular node)
  • No associated risk factors
  • Palpable and painful enlargement

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