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'''Neoplasia''' is the scientific term for the group of diseases commonly known as [[ | '''Neoplasia''' is the scientific term for the group of diseases commonly known as [[tumour]]s ([[tumor]]s) or [[cancer]], although neoplasms can be [[benign tumour|benign]], like a [[nevus]] (or 'mole'). It is defined by an abnormal proliferation of [[cells]] in the body, the result of which is called a '''neoplasm'''. | ||
According to the British oncologist R.A. Willis, "''A neoplasm is an abnormal mass of tissue, the growth of which exceeds and is uncoordinated with that of the normal tissues, and persists in the same excessive manner after cessation of the stimulus which evoked the change.''" | According to the British oncologist R.A. Willis, "''A neoplasm is an abnormal mass of tissue, the growth of which exceeds and is uncoordinated with that of the normal tissues, and persists in the same excessive manner after cessation of the stimulus which evoked the change.''" | ||
Revision as of 23:15, 30 March 2008
Neoplasia is the scientific term for the group of diseases commonly known as tumours (tumors) or cancer, although neoplasms can be benign, like a nevus (or 'mole'). It is defined by an abnormal proliferation of cells in the body, the result of which is called a neoplasm.
According to the British oncologist R.A. Willis, "A neoplasm is an abnormal mass of tissue, the growth of which exceeds and is uncoordinated with that of the normal tissues, and persists in the same excessive manner after cessation of the stimulus which evoked the change."
Types of Neoplasm
A neoplasm can be benign, a potentially malignant 'pre-cancer', or a malignant cancer.[1][2]
References
- ↑ What is neoplasm? Find the definition for neoplasm at WebMD. Retrieved on 2008-01-08.
- ↑ Pancreas Cancer: Glossary of Terms. Retrieved on 2008-01-08.