Anaplasia

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Anaplasia

Anaplasia (pronunciation: /ˌænəˈpleɪziə/ or /ˌænəˈpleɪʒə/) is a term used in medicine to describe cells that have lost their differentiation and reverted to a more primitive form. This is often seen in malignant tumors and is one of the hallmarks of cancer.

Etymology

The term "anaplasia" is derived from the Greek words "ana" meaning "back" or "again", and "plasis" meaning "formation". Thus, it refers to the reversion of cells to a more primitive or undifferentiated form.

Related Terms

  • Dysplasia: This is an abnormal type of growth or development of cells and tissues. It is often seen as a precancerous condition.
  • Neoplasia: This is the process of new tissue growth, and in medical terms, it is often associated with the formation of tumors.
  • Hyperplasia: This refers to the increase in the number of cells in an organ or tissue. These extra cells can cause the organ or tissue to increase in size.
  • Metaplasia: This is a reversible change in which one type of cell is replaced by another type of cell.

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