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La lymphadénopathie est une atteinte des ganglions lymphatiques qui se traduit par un gonflement associé ou non à une douleur et une inflammation. Dans la majorité des cas, elle est causée par...
L'adénopathie correspond à une augmentation palpable de ≥ 1 ganglion lymphatique. Le diagnostic est clinique. Le traitement est celui du trouble initial. (Voir aussi Revue générale du système lymphatique.) Des ganglions lymphatiques sont présents dans tout le corps et peuvent être superficiels ou profonds.
- James D. Douketis
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What does lymphadenopathy mean?
What are the etiologies of lymphadenopathy?
Lymphadenopathy or adenopathy is a disease of the lymph nodes, in which they are abnormal in size or consistency. Lymphadenopathy of an inflammatory type (the most common type) is lymphadenitis, producing swollen or enlarged lymph nodes.
- Adenopathy, swollen lymph nodes, swollen glands
Aug 8, 2023 · Lymphadenopathy refers to the swelling of lymph nodes which can be secondary to bacterial, viral, or fungal infections, autoimmune disease, and malignancy. This activity outlines the evaluation and treatment of lymphadenopathy and highlights the role of the interprofessional team in evaluating and treating patients with this condition.
- Ruby Maini, Shivaraj Nagalli
- 2023/08/08
- SIU, Yuma Regional Medical Center
Key Points. Lymphadenopathy is palpable enlargement of 1 lymph nodes. Diagnosis is clinical. Treatment is of the causative disorder. (See also Overview of the Lymphatic System.) Lymph nodes are present throughout the body and may be superficial or deep.
- James D. Douketis
Dec 1, 2016 · Lymphadenopathy refers to lymph nodes that are abnormal in size (e.g., greater than 1 cm) or consistency. Palpable supraclavicular, popliteal, and iliac nodes, and epitrochlear nodes...
Dec 18, 2023 · Lymphadenopathy is a common clinical finding and diagnostic challenge within general medicine and rheumatology practice. It may represent a primary manifestation of an underlying immune-mediated disease or indicate an infectious or neoplastic complication requiring differing management.
