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Lymphadenopathy

림프절 종대

  • Chung, Nack-Gyun (Department of Pediatrics, St. Marys Hospital, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea)
  • 정낙균 (가톨릭대학교 의과대학 소아과학교실)
  • Received : 2008.07.07
  • Accepted : 2008.07.11
  • Published : 2008.08.15

Abstract

Lymphadenopathy is a common problem in children and adolescents. A wide variety of diseases and conditions may present as lymphadenopathy and an understanding of these conditions is essential to determine the most appropriate diagnostic work-up for each patient. A detailed history and physical examination with careful attention to the anatomical regions drained by the involved lymph node or mass often leads to the appropriate diagnosis. A majority of these children will prove to have a benign disorder; however, it is important for the pediatrician to have an appreciation for the malignant diseases or serious systemic illnesses that may initially present with lymphadenopathy, to ensure the timely diagnosis of a serious disease.

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