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What is Marginal Zone Lymphoma (MZL)?

MZL is a slow-growing (indolent) type of non-Hodgkin lymphoma that makes up about 5-10% of all lymphomas. It develops from B cells in areas called marginal zones within the lymphatic system. There are three main types of MZL:

• MALT lymphoma - occurs outside lymph nodes in mucosa Show Full Answer

What is Marginal Zone Lymphoma (MZL)?

MZL is a slow-growing (indolent) type of non-Hodgkin lymphoma that makes up about 5-10% of all lymphomas. It develops from B cells in areas called marginal zones within the lymphatic system. There are three main types of MZL:

• MALT lymphoma - occurs outside lymph nodes in mucosa tissue (most common type)
• Nodal marginal zone lymphoma - develops in lymph nodes
• Splenic marginal zone lymphoma - occurs primarily in the spleen and bone marrow

Since you have Stage 2a, this indicates the lymphoma is found in two or more lymph node regions on the same side of the diaphragm, with no B symptoms like fever or night sweats (that's what the "a" means).

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MALT Lymphoma — An Overview

Marginal Zone Lymphoma: An Overview