a growth of excess tissue due to an unusually rapid division of cells
Any swelling or tumefaction.
A mass of cells, generally derived from a single cell, that is not controlled by normal regulators of cell growth.
a spontaneous new growth of tissue forming an abnormal mass.
An abnormal mass of undifferentiated cells within a multicellular organism. They can interfere with vital body functions and absorb nutrients needed elsewhere. They can be malignant (cancerous), which means they will grow rapidly and spread to other parts of the body or cause more tumors to form elsewhere, or be benign, which means that they will generally grow much more slowly and stay put in one area.
The term applied to any collection of abnormally growing cells. Tumors that are cancerous are termed malignant; those that are not cancerous are termed benign.
A disorganized mass of cells, often growing out of control. Malignant tumors spread to other parts of the body.
A mass of abnormal cells that are the result of rapid cell division. Tumors perform no useful body function. They may be either benign (non-cancerous) or malignant (cancerous).
A lump, implies a growth, can be either benign or malignant.
A new and spontaneous growth of tissue that forms an abnormal mass. Tumors can be benign or malignant.
An abnormal growth of tissue on or in the body formed by a collection of cells. A tumor may be benign (not a cancer) or malignant (a cancer).
An abnormal growth or mass of body cells that serves no purpose. It may be either benign or malignant.
Tumors are masses of neoplastic origin. They may be benign or malignant; mobile or locally infiltrative, ulcerated or domes; plaque-like or pedunculated.
Body mass caused by abnormal cell growth. Tumors can be benign or malignant.
A benign or malignant mass of abnormally proliferating cells.
A tissue mass formed by the abnormal growth and replication of cells.
A growth consisting of differentiated cancer cells.
a. A swelling; a morbid enlargement. b. A neoplasm; i.e., a mass of new tissue, physiologically useless, growing independently of its surroundings.
a lump due to uncontrolled cell division, may be benign or malignant. Malignant tumors cause cancer. Tumors are able to spread to other parts of the body (metastasize) and begin secondary growths at these other sites.
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A mass of tissue, whether benign or malignant.
A growth that may be malignant or nonmalignant, good or bad, fast- or slow-growing. The term indicates the unusual presence of a type of tissue (group of cells) in an area in which it is not commonly found in most individuals. The word tumor is another term the author considers a "wastebasket" term (no talent for a doctor to use it and it provides little information to a trained specialist or an informed patient). For example, melanoma, a tumor, may kill a person. As well, a benign mole on the tip of the nose or the on the front of the knee can be considered a tumor, although it will not harm anyone. It is important to know that the word tumor does not necessarily mean something is deadly or even harmful to life.
An abnormal mass of cells produced by unregulated overgrowth of cells, and which has no physiologic function. Tumors may be benign or malignant.
A large nodule, or obvious cancerous mass.
A location where cells in the body multiply at an increased rate. Some tumors are benign (not cancerous), others are malignant (cancerous). JKL NO QR WXYZ
An abnormal, spontaneous growth of new tissue. Tumors are either benign, noncancerous tumors that do not spread to other tissues or parts of the body or malignant, cancerous tumors that invade other tissues and parts of the body.
An abnormal growth of tissue. Tumors may be either benign (not cancerous) or malignant (cancerous).
A growth or mass of cells in the body that may be benign (not cancerous) or cancerous.
a aggregation of cancer cells due to excessive rapid growth property of cancer cells
a benign (harmless) growth, such as a wart, or less benign, such as squamous cell carcinoma, a type of skin cancer
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a coalition of cooperating cells that breaks from the super
a collection of abnormally growing cells
a collection of a large number of cancer cells and appears as a lump in the lung
a collection, or group of abnormal cells
a continuous growth of cells lacking the control to slow down or stop
a group of cells multiplying rapidly out of control, but unable to perform any life function
a group of cells that have abnormally proliferated
a growth consisting of abnormal cells
a growth or swelling on the surface of or inside the body
a lump of cells that does not obey the normal rules of cell growth
a lump or mass of tissue that forms when cells divide uncontrollably
a lump or swelling that may or may not be cancerous
a lump that's either benign (non cancerous), such as warts and papillomas, or malignant (cancerous)
a mass composed of a cluster of such abnormal cells
a mass (lump or cluster) of cells that multiply abnormally for no known reason
a mass of abnormal tissue growth of which exceeds and persists in excessive manner even after cessation of the stimuli that provoked the cause
a mass of newly formed tissue which in structure, in growth, and the relations which it forms with adjoining tissu
a morbid growth of tissue not normal to the part
a MUTATION of an otherwise normal, healthy cell
an abnormal growth caused by cells reproducing themselves in an uncontrolled manner
an abnormal growth caused by the uncontrolled division of cells
an abnormal growth of any tissue or structure and can be either benign or malignant
an abnormal growth, whether noncancerous (benign) or cancerous (malignant)
a new growth of tissue in which the cells multiply and grow uncontrolled
a new growth which produces a localized enlargement of a part, or an organ, has no tendency to a spontaneous cure, has no useful function, in most cases tends to grow during the whole of the individual's life
an unregulated, disorganized proliferation of cell growth
an unusual growth of cells in the body due to mutation
a population of cells that have accumulated multiple insults or mutation events leading to uncontrolled cell division, which ultimately disrupts the function of critical tissues
a swelling, an abnormal formation of parasitic, non-inflammatory cells or tissue arising from the cells of the host, yet progressive and independent in their growth
a swelling caused by overgrown tissue
a swelling or abnormal growth of tissues having no useful function in the body
a swelling or a growth, not a malignancy, not cancer
a symptom of cancer and cancer is frequently a symptom of a weakened immunity system
A new lump, which can be benign or malignant
A benign or cancerous lump, mass, or swelling.
An abnormal growth of little. Tumors can be either benign (non- canerous) of malignant (cancerous).
An indefinitely growing, cohesive mass of immortalized cells.
Abnormal growth of tissue resulting from uncontrolled multiplication of cells that serve no normal bodily function
Abnormal swelling or growth of new cells. When appearing in the abdominal area the function of the urinary system may also be affected.
A classic sign of inflammation, tumors are masses of cells. Tumors may be benign or malignant and can occur anywhere on the body.
An abnormal tissue swelling or mass that may be either benign or malignant (cancer).
Abnormal tissue that may either be cancerous or benign.
A collection of cells that appears as a lump, mass, or swelling.
Local swelling from abnormal growth
A swelling caused by an uncontrolled growth of cells, which can be noncancerous or cancerous
An abnormal mass of cells, also called a neoplasm, that no functional use in the body. Tumors may be benign (harmless), or malignant (cancerous).
A group of cancerous cells.
intracranial mass or abnormal growth in or around the brain. These may be benign or malignant. Types of primary growth tumors are called gliomas, meningiomas, acoustic neuromas, and pituitary tumors. Certain tumors affect primarily children including craniopharyngioma, medulloblastoma, and cerebellar astrocytoma.
a new growth. A tumor can be benign (friendly) or malignant (unfriendly). A wart is a benign tumor; a melanoma is a malignant tumor.
Abnormal growth of tissue that results from excessive cell division and serves no useful bodily function.
Solid mass of abnormal tissue that can be malignant or benign; term commonly used by the medical profession to mean a cancerous growth because it is considered to be a more sensitive word than cancer, although it can be misinterpreted.
Cells that reproduce abnormally may form masses called tumors. A benign tumor remains in one position and is not cancerous. A malignant tumor is cancerous and will spread to or invade other cells.
Abnormal tissue growth that may be cancerous or non cancerous (benign).
A swollen part; a swelling.
The growth of abnormal tissue with no useful function to the organism. Tumors are known either as malignant or benign. Malignant tumors are known to grow continuously and have the ability to invade healthy tissues, eventually leading to death. Benign tumors tend to stop growing once they reach a certain point. And normally don't result in death.
Another word for cancerous lump. "Benign tumor" can be used to mean a non-cancerous lump.
The word literally means swelling but is used to indicate a neoplasm, either benign or malignant.
a swelling; a new growth of tissue, either cancerous or non-cancerous, in which cell multiplication is uncontrolled and progressive.
a lump marked by rapid cell division that may be malignant or not benign
A lump, mass or swelling. A tumor can be benign or malignant.
an abnormal growth of cells in a lump or mass
An abnormal mass of tissue that is not inflammatory, arises from cells of pre-existent tissues, and serves no useful purpose. (UK spelling: Tumour) See also: Neoplasm
A new growth of tissue; a neoplasm.
An abnormal mass of tissue in the body. Tumors can be benign or cancerous (malignant). Benign tumors do not spread to other parts of the body. Malignant tumors can invade nearby normal tissues and spread (metastasize) to other parts of the body. Malignant tumors grow faster than benign tumors. Cancer is the common name for all malignant tumors.
An abnormal overgrowth of cells. Tumors can be either benign or malignant.
Abnormal mass of tissue. Strictly speaking, a tumor can be benign or malignant.
An abnormal mass of tissue that grows more rapidly than normal, and continues to grow after the stimuli which initiated the new growth cease.
an abnormal lump or mass of tissue. Tumors can be benign (not cancerous) or malignant (cancerous).
An abnormal mass of tissue. Tumors are a classic sign of inflammation, and can be benign or malignant (cancerous). There are dozens of different types of tumors. Their names usually reflect the kind of tissue they arise in, and may also tell you something about their shape or how they grow. For example, a medulloblastoma is a tumor that arises from embryonic cells (a blastoma) in the inner part of the brain (the medulla). Diagnosis depends on the type and location of the tumor. Tumor marker tests and imaging may be used; some tumors can be seen (for example, tumors on the exterior of the skin) or felt (palpated with the hands). See the entire definition of Tumor
a growth that is not normal. A tumor can be benign or not cancerous, or a tumor can be cancer.
An excessive growth of cells causing an abnormal mass of tissue. Can be malignant or benign.
An abnormal mass of tissue, also called a neoplasm, that is the result of uncontrolled cell division.
Abnormal tissue swelling or mass: may be either benign or malignant. This is from a latin term that means "lump" and refers to a solid neoplasm, as opposed to leukemias, which are blood cancers.
Abnormal growth of tissue or cells that have formed a lump or mass.
TOO-mur] A mass of tissue characterized by thickness or volume.
Tumors or cancer: A registry of tumors that have been diagnosed histologically. There is no unaffected category in the registry as it is not practical at this time to carry out a screening procedure. All of the tumors other than Histiocytosis and Mastocytoma are carried in the research data base and not reported on the KinReport. Seventy different tumor types are in the research data base.
An abnormal, excessive growth of cells resulting from rapid cell growth. Tumors may be benign or malignant.
A growth of abnormal cells that can be either benign or malignant.
an abnormal mass of cells that result from uncontrolled and disorderly cell division and growth. Tumors may be cancerous (malignant) or noncancerous (benign).
An abnormal mass that occurs when cells in a certain area reproduce unchecked; can be cancerous (malignant) or noncancerous (benign).
An abnormal mass of tissue that may be benign (not cancer) or malignant (cancer).
An abnormal growth of cells resulting from uncontrolled cell growth.
An abnormal mass of tissue, either benign or malignant.
a swelling or enlargement, either as a sign of inflammation, or as abnormal growth of tissue
a neoplasm; a new growth of rapidly proliferating cells. Tumors may be either benign or malignant (cancerous).
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abnormal mass of cells that may or may not be cancerous.
A mass of tissue; a growth independent of its surrounding structures and having no physiological function; a neoplasm. A tumor can be benign or malignant.
abnormal mass of tissue that results from excessive cell division. Tumors perform no useful function. They can be benign or malignant.
A tumor is an abnormal growth of tissue that is either noncancerous or cancerous.
An abnormal swelling or lump in a body caused by the growth of new tissues that differ in structure from the part of the body in which they are growing. A tumor may be benign or malignant.
an abnormal mass of cells; can be benign or malignant.
A mass of cells grouped together that feel like a lump. It can be cancerous (malignant) or non-cancerous (benign).
An abnormal growth of tissue. Tumors may be either benign or cancerous. (Read about " Breast Diseases and Conditions")
Every type of growth is described as a tumor. Tumors can be benign or malignant.
a mass of cells that may be benign or cancerous. The mass of cells or cysts of Endometriosis are not cancerous
A mass of either benign (non cancer) cells or malignant (cancer) cells.
New growth of tissue in which the multiplication of cells is uncontrolled and progressive.
abnormal mass of tissue that results from excessive cell division, either benign or malignant; large and deep solid growth of skin or subcutaneous fat
an excessive growth of cells resulting from uncontrolled and disorderly cell replacement.
A solid, raised mass that is larger than l cm. in diameter and has the dimension of depth. This term also describes a mass consisting of neoplastic cells.
An excessive growth of cells caused by uncontrolled and disorderly cell replacement.
an abnormal tissue growth or mass on or in the body that serves no useful purpose which can be benign or malignant.
an abnormal mass of tissue that is not inflammatory, arises from cells of preexistent tissue, and serves no useful purpose. A tumor results when cells divide more than they should or do not die when they should.
A swelling due to abnormal growth of cells.
A cellular growth that forms a progressively enlarging mass. A tumor is benign unless it tends to invade surrounding tissues and organs, in which case it is malignant.
Any abnormal mass resulting from the excessive multiplication of cells
An abnormal growth of tissue (lump). Tumors can be either benign (not cancer) or malignant (cancer). IF YOU OR YOUR HEALTH CARE PROVIDER FIND A LUMP IN YOUR BREAST, YOU SHOULD REQUEST A BREAST CANCER SCREENING. If you do not have a Health Care Provider, call your county medical society, or one of the numbers listed below.
Any abnormal growth of cells. Tumors can be caused by cancer cells or non-cancer cells.
An abnormal lump or mass of tissue, which can be cancerous or noncancerous.
A mass of tissue. It may be benign or malignant.
an abnormal swelling or growth, may be benign or cancerous
Abnormal uncontrolled growth or mass of body cells, which may be malignant or benign, and has no physiological function
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Abnormal growth of tissue. A tumor can be benign or malignant. Also called a mass, lump, or lesion. Understanding Breast Cancer
An abnormal growth of cells or tissues. Tumors may be benign (noncancerous) or malignant (cancerous).
A growth (lump or mass) which has formed due to excessive accumulation of abnormal cells. “Tumor” is not a precise medical term. Tumors can be benign (not cancerous) or malignant (cancerous).
An abnormal mass of tissue that forms when cells in a specific area reproduce at an increased rate. Tumors may be malignant or benign.
Cells that group together and keep growing and crowding out normal cells. A tumor can be benign (not cancer) or malignant (cancer).
An abnormal mass of tissue, which may be benign or cancerous; a collection of abnormal cells
A lump, swelling, or mass. A t. may be benign or malignant. Synonym: Neoplasm.
An abnormal growth of cells or tissues. Tumors are either benign (noncancerous) or malignant (cancerous).
An abnormal growth. Tumors may be benign or malignant by cell type, or life-threatening by their location.
An abnormal mass of tissue or growth of cells.
a mass of tissue that arises because of abnormal cell division and performs no useful function in the body.
An abnormal growth of tissue resulting from uncontrolled, progressive multiplication of cells and serving no physiological function; a neoplasm. A tumor can be benign or malignant.
An abnormal mass or swelling of tissue. Tumors may occur anywhere in the body. A tumor may be benign (harmless) or malignant (cancerous).
An abnormal mass of tissue that results when cells divide more than they should or do not die when they should. Tumors may be benign (not cancerous), or malignant (cancerous). Also called neoplasm.
An abnormal mass of tissue. Can be cancerous or benign.
growth of tissue that is progressive and often uncontrolled.
an abnormal mass of tissue that is not inflammatory, arises without obvious cause from cells, and possesses no physiologic function.
An abnormal growth of tissue, either malignant or benign (harmless).
Growth of tissue characterized by progressive, uncontrolled proliferation of cells. It may be localized or invasive, benign or malignant.
This term simply refers to a mass or neoplasm. For example, a collection of pus is a tumor. This is a general term that can refer to benign or malignant growths.
(TOO-mur) A circumscribed, noninflammatory growth arising from existing tissue, but growing independently of the normal rate or structural development of such tissue and serving no physiological function.
An abnormal, uncontrolled growth of cells. Synonym: neoplasm
(n) The abnormal mass of new tissue growing in or on part of the body
A mass of cells resulting from abnormal, uncontrolled cell growth.
An abnormal growth of tissue that can be benign or malignant (cancerous).
An uncontrolled growth of tissue or tissues. ()
an abnormal growth of cells which is either benign or malignant.
A tumor is an abnormal, uncontrolled growth or mass of body cells that has no physiological function. A tumor may be malignant or benign.
A growth of abnormal cells that are either malignant or benign.
Tumor or tumour literally means "swelling", and is sometimes still used with that meaning. Tumor meaning swelling is one of the five classical characteristics of inflammation. However, the term is now primarily used to denote abnormal growth of tissue.