nodal stage

Nodal stage (N stage)

The nodal stage (N stage) describes whether cancer has spread to nearby lymph nodes. Lymph nodes are small, bean-shaped parts of the immune system that help filter harmful substances. They are often one of the first places cancer cells travel after leaving the original (primary) tumor. The nodal stage is a key part of the …
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TNM

What does TNM stand for? TNM stands for Tumour, Nodes, and Metastasis. It is an internationally recognized staging system originally created by the American Joint Committee on Cancer. The stage will be included in your pathology report if you have been diagnosed with cancer. The TNM uses information about the tumour (T), lymph nodes, (N), …
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