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Definition of High-grade lymphoma

Medically reviewed by Min Clinic Staff | Updated: January 2026

High-grade lymphoma: A lymphoma that grows and spreads quickly but has a better response to anticancer drugs than that seen with low-grade lymphomas. High-grade lymphomas include large cell, immunoblastic, lymphoblastic, and small noncleaved cell lymphomas. Also called an aggressive lymphoma.