Chapter 47 Flashcards
1
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Benign Tumor
A
A tumor that does not spread to other body parts
2
Q
Biopsy
A
A procedure in which a piece of tissue is removed for testing
3
Q
Malignant Tumor
A
A tumor that invades and destroys nearby tissues and can spread to other body parts; cancer
4
Q
Metastasis
A
The spread of cancer to other body parts
5
Q
Mole
A
A brown, tan, or black spot on the skin that is flat or raised and round or oval
6
Q
Stomatitis
A
Inflammation (itis) of the mouth (stomat)
7
Q
Tumor
A
A new growth of abnormal cells that is benign or malignant
