Malignant disease conditions
Cancer is a term covering a wide range of malignant diseases, which contribute significantly to the overall morbidity and mortality of people worldwide. In this section you will learn about common malignant conditions in Africa and their management
Superior vena cava syndrome (SVCS)
uperior vena cava syndrome (SVCS) is a clinical syndrome resulting from partial or complete obstruction of blood flow through the superior vena cava (SVC). Approximately 90% of cases are caused by malignancy, making SVCS an important oncological emergency.Epidemiology
Non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma
Non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma (NHL) comprises a heterogeneous group of malignant lymphoid neoplasms arising from B lymphocytes, T lymphocytes, or natural killer (NK) cells. NHLs are characterized by uncontrolled proliferation of lymphoid cells within lymph nodes, extranodal tissues, bone marrow, or other organs.
