What is a myxoma? A myxoma is a non-cancerous tumour made up of spindle cells surrounded by myxoid tissue. Where are myxomas found in the body? Myxomas are commonly found in the heart, skin, and ovaries, around joints, inside nerves, and within skeletal muscle. Is a myxoma benign or malignant? A myxoma is a benign …
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A cardiac myxoma is a non-cancerous tumour that forms inside the heart. It is made up of long thin spindle cells surrounded by myxoid tissue. Cardiac myxoma is the second most common type of heart tumour in adults. What are the symptoms of a cardiac myxoma? The symptoms of a cardiac myxoma depend on the …
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Adenocarcinoma in situ (AIS) is a medical term used to describe an early form of gland-forming cancer. The word “adenocarcinoma” refers to a type of cancer that develops from glandular cells. The phrase “in situ” means “in its original place.” Together, adenocarcinoma in situ means that the cancer cells are present but have not yet …
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Basophils are a type of white blood cell (WBC) that play a role in the body’s immune response. They are similar in appearance to mast cells and are known for their large, dark-staining granules in the cytoplasm (body of the cell). Basophils are relatively rare, making up between 0.5% to 1.0% of circulating white blood …
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A biphasic salivary gland neoplasm is a tumour that arises in one of the salivary glands. It is called biphasic because it comprises two distinct populations of cells: luminal cells (ductal cells) and abluminal cells (basal cells or myoepithelial cells). The luminal cells are typically large round or cuboidal-shaped cells that connect to form round …
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What is a hibernoma? A hibernoma is a non-cancerous tumour made up of brown fat. Brown fat is a type of fat that is normally found in newborns and young children but it disappears over time and most adults have very little brown fat. Is hibernoma a type of cancer? No. A hibernoma is a …
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Lymphoepithelial carcinoma is a rare type of cancer that typically develops in the head and neck area, most often in the salivary glands. It is characterized by a mix of cancerous cells and a large number of immune cells called lymphocytes. This type of cancer is considered aggressive but can often be treated successfully if …
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Antral type mucosa refers to the specialized tissue that lines the antrum, which is the lower part of the stomach just before it connects to the small intestine. Pathologists use this term in pathology reports to describe the normal lining found in this region. Because the stomach has different regions that perform slightly different functions, …
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Fibrinopurulent exudate is a type of fluid that accumulates at a site of tissue damage or inflammation, which contains a combination of fibrin, inflammatory cells such as neutrophils, and cellular debris. Fibrin is a protein that plays a role in blood clotting, and it can form a mesh-like network that helps to hold the exudate …
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Squamous epithelium is a thin layer of tissue made up of flat cells called squamous cells. These cells form a protective barrier on the surface of various organs and tissues throughout the body, helping to protect the underlying tissues from injury, infection, and irritation. Where is squamous epithelium found in the body? Squamous epithelium is …
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