The utility of bone marrow sampling in the diagnosis and staging of lymphoma in South Africa

ConclusionIn the South African public sector, high HIV prevalence leads to a different lymphoma pathology profile from the developed world. High BMI rates are encountered. Here, and in similar resource‐constrained settings, international lymphoma staging guidelines can be logistically challenging and unaffordable. BMB remains useful in the staging and diagnosis of lymphoma. Unilateral sampling with a processed trephine length of at least 26 mm is recommended.

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Source: Clinical and Laboratory Haematology - February 1, 2018 Category: Hematology Authors: L. Phillips, J. Opie Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research