Definition

A cutaneous T-cell lymphoma with leukemic dissemination of mutated T cells


Epidemiology

advanced form of mycosis fungoides or arise de novo


Clinical features

  • Systemic skin lesions
    • Erythroderma accompanied by palmar and plantar hyperkeratosis
    • Intense pruritus
  • Generalized lymphadenopathy

Diagnostics

  • Peripheral Blood Smear:
    • Sézary Cells: Atypical T-cells with cerebriform nuclei (brain-like, convoluted nuclear appearance). High-yield buzzword. t