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Treatment of High-Risk Classic Childhood Hodgkin Lymphoma

Source: Childhood Hodgkin Lymphoma Treatment (PDQ®)–Patient Version, National Cancer Institute.

Source updated: May 8, 2025 · Captured 2026-09-09.

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For information about the treatments listed below, visit the Treatment Option Overview section.

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Treatment of newly diagnosed high-risk classic Hodgkin lymphoma in children may include:

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Higher-dose combination chemotherapy.

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Combination chemotherapy with targeted therapy (brentuximab) or immunotherapy (nivolumab).

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Radiation therapy may also be given to the areas with cancer.

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Use our clinical trial search to find NCI-supported cancer clinical trials that are accepting patients. You can search for trials based on the type of cancer, the age of the patient, and where the trials are being done. General information about clinical trials is also available.

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