Which of the following are true regarding intrathoracic Hodgkin’s lymphoma?
a) Lymphadenopathy is typically bilateral and symmetrical
b) Posterior mediastinal lymph nodes are commonly involved
c) Pulmonary involvement is usually perihilar
d) Pleural effusion is frequently accompanied by mediastinal lymphadenopathy
e) Gallium radionuclide scan is useful to monitor response to treatment
Ayushi Answered question August 21, 2024
The correct answers are:
a) Lymphadenopathy is typically bilateral and symmetrical
d) Pleural effusion is frequently accompanied by mediastinal lymphadenopathy
e) Gallium radionuclide scan is useful to monitor response to treatment
- Posterior mediastinal lymph nodes (b) are less commonly involved in Hodgkin’s lymphoma.
- Pulmonary involvement (c) is typically not perihilar.
Ayushi Answered question August 21, 2024