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GlossaryCutaneous T-Cell Lymphoma (CTCL)

rare skin cancer involving malignant T-cells

Cutaneous T-Cell Lymphoma (CTCL) is a rare type of non-Hodgkin lymphoma that primarily affects the skin. It involves malignant T-cells, a type of white blood cell, which accumulate in the skin and cause symptoms such as red, scaly patches, plaques, or tumors.

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research Cutaneous T-Cell Lymphoma Outcomes During COVID-19

September 2021 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology”

CTCL patients can safely continue treatment during COVID-19 with proper safety measures.

research Hair Follicle-Derived IL-7 and IL-15 Mediate Skin-Resident Memory T Cell Homeostasis and Lymphoma

245 citations , October 2015 in “Nature medicine”

Hair follicle-derived IL-7 and IL-15 are crucial for maintaining skin-resident memory T cells and could be targeted for treating skin diseases and lymphoma.

research Interferon in the Treatment of Cutaneous T-Cell Lymphoma

107 citations , December 2003 in “Dermatologic Therapy”

Interferon, especially alfa interferon, is an effective treatment for cutaneous T-cell lymphoma with manageable side effects.

research Current Management Strategies for Cutaneous T-Cell Lymphoma

39 citations , May 2004 in “Clinics in Dermatology”

The document concludes that treatment for cutaneous T-cell lymphoma should be customized to each patient's disease stage, balancing benefits and side effects, with no cure but many patients living long lives.

research Recurrence of Cutaneous T-Cell Lymphoma Post Viral Vector COVID-19 Vaccination

35 citations , October 2021 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology”

COVID-19 vaccination may trigger recurrence of cutaneous T-cell lymphoma in some patients.

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