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Liposarcoma

Liposarcoma is a type of cancer that develops from fat cells. It is classified as a soft tissue sarcoma, which means it arises in the connective tissues of the body. Liposarcomas are most commonly found in areas where fat is normally present, such as the abdomen or limbs. While liposarcoma is rare, it is one …
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Smooth muscle neoplasm

A smooth muscle neoplasm is a term used to describe a group of tumours made up of smooth muscle cells. Smooth muscle is a type of tissue that helps control involuntary movements in the body, such as the contraction of blood vessels, the digestive tract, and the uterus. This group includes both benign (non-cancerous) tumours, …
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Neoplasm

What is a neoplasm? A neoplasm is an abnormal growth of cells. Another word for neoplasm is tumour. A neoplasm can be non-cancerous or cancerous. Non-cancerous neoplasms are called benign. Cancerous neoplasms are called malignant. A benign neoplasm can still cause injury if it grows large enough to damage the surrounding normal tissue. In some …
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Tumour

In pathology, the term “tumour” refers to an abnormal growth of cells in the body. These cells multiply uncontrollably, forming a mass or lump. Tumours can develop in any part of the body. How are tumours categorized? Tumours are categorized based on their nature and behaviour. They can be either benign or malignant. Benign tumours …
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