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What is a tumor that doesnt matastasize called?
A benign tumor. Malignant tumors metastasize.
When a tumor is described as benign what does that mean?
A benign tumor is one that remains confined to its original site; it does not metastasize, or spread. Another word for a benign tumour is onenon-cancerous.
Diagnosed with non-invasive benign tumor of bladder is that called cancer?
A benign tumor is a tumor that lacks all three of the malignant properties of a cancer. Thus, by definition, a benign tumor: # does not grow in an unlimited, aggressive manner # does not invade surrounding tissues # does not metastasize You can read more here: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Benign_tumor
What is the medical term meaning not malignant?
Benign :) Trust me, I'm in anatomy classes.Benign
When a tumor remains in one location it is referred to as?
benign tumor
When a tumor is describe as benign it mean that the tumor is?
A benign tumor is a non-cancerous growth that does not invade surrounding tissues or metastasize to other parts of the body. Although it can grow larger and potentially cause pressure or discomfort, benign tumors are generally considered less harmful than malignant tumors. They often have well-defined borders and can sometimes be removed surgically if necessary. Overall, benign tumors are typically associated with a good prognosis.
Do malignant tumors metastasize?
yes
How do maligant tumor cells differ to benige tumor cells?
Malignant tumor cells are cancerous, tend to grow rapidly, spread to other parts of the body, and can be life-threatening. Benign tumor cells are non-cancerous, grow slowly, do not invade nearby tissues, and are typically not life-threatening.
What does benign mean in medical terms?
A benign tumor is one that remains confined to its original site; it does not metastasize, or spread.Another word for a benign tumour is onenon-cancerous. So its good news to hear that a tumour is benign.The literal meaning of the word is 'kind'.
A benign tumor is a condition in which tumor cells .?
A benign tumor is a growth comprised of tumor cells that are non-cancerous and do not invade surrounding tissues or metastasize to distant parts of the body. These tumors typically grow slowly and may remain localized, often resulting in fewer health risks compared to malignant tumors. While benign tumors can still cause problems depending on their size and location, they are generally considered less threatening and can often be removed surgically if necessary.
What tumors do NOT spread to other regions of the body?
From what I have learned, a benign-tumor is a type of tumor that remains encapsulated and does not spread. While there are cancerous tumors, such ans brain tumors that do not spread and are encapsulated, the most common answer to this question is Benign Tumor.
Can a benign tumor spread to a lymph node?
A benign tumor does not spread. If a tumor spreads, it is malignant.
