Evaluating the prognostic value of body mass index in diffuse large B-cell lymphoma: a systematic review and meta-analysis (opens in new tab)

BackgroundThe prognostic significance of body mass index (BMI) in diffuse large B-cell lymphoma (DLBCL) remains uncertain. We conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis to evaluate the associations between BMI and overall survival (OS) and progression-free survival (PFS) in patients with DLBCL.MethodsA systematic search of the Cochrane Library, PubMed, and Embase was conducted up to April 14, 2026, with additional reference screening. Random-effects models were used to calculate pooled h...