Lymphocy deplet Hdgkn lymph, nodes of axilla and upper limb

This code signifies a specific subtype of Hodgkin lymphoma, characterized by a scarcity of lymphocytes and an abundance of Reed-Sternberg cells, affecting the lymph nodes located in the axilla and/or upper limb. It represents a more aggressive form of Hodgkin lymphoma with a poorer prognosis compared to other subtypes.

Use this code when documentation explicitly states a diagnosis of lymphocyte-depleted Hodgkin lymphoma with confirmed involvement of lymph nodes in the axillary region or upper limb. This diagnosis is typically established through biopsy and histopathological examination.

• Ensure the pathology report specifically identifies the "lymphocyte depleted" subtype of Hodgkin lymphoma.
• Verify that the anatomical site of involvement is clearly documented as axillary or upper limb lymph nodes.
• Do not confuse this with other Hodgkin lymphoma subtypes or non-Hodgkin lymphomas; specificity is crucial.