Cutaneous T-cell lymphoma
Cutaneous T-cell lymphoma is an uncommon lymphoproliferative skin disease increasingly diagnosed in the paediatric population. This condition poses several challenges due to the variable clinical spectrum and difficulties of making an early diagnosis as well as the lack of consensus regarding the ideal treatment. The CTCL clinic focuses on controlling the signs and symptoms and slowing the spread of the disease in children and adolescents.
Definition:
Cutaneous lymphoma comprises a wide group of skin neoplasms derived from cells of the lymphoid lineage. They are broadly divided into B-cell lymphomas and T-cell lymphomas. Cutaneous T-cell lymphoma (CTCL) is the most common of the primary skin lymphomas. Mycosis fungoides (MF) is the most common form of CTCL. CTCL is a chronic lymphoproliferative disease, often with an insidious onset. It is usually a neoplasm of the T-helper subset of T cells.
Location of Clinic:
Clinic 7, Main Floor, Elm Wing
Our Specialists:
Co-Directors: E. Pope (Dermatology) S. Weitzman (Oncology)
Coordinator: Michelle Lee., RN
How to Contact Us:
Please follow the to book an appointment for the CTCL Clinic. If you are a SickKids patient please contact 416-813-7384 to book an appointment.