Benign neoplasm

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Benign Neoplasm

Benign neoplasm (pronunciation: /bɪˈnaɪn ˈniːəˌplæzəm/) is a term used in medicine to describe a mass of cells (a neoplasm) that lacks the ability to invade neighboring tissue or metastasize. These characteristics are what differentiate benign neoplasms from malignant neoplasms (cancer).

Etymology

The term "benign neoplasm" is derived from the Latin word "benignus" meaning kind or friendly, and the Greek word "neoplasma" meaning new formation. It is used to describe a new growth of cells that is not harmful or destructive.

Types of Benign Neoplasms

There are many types of benign neoplasms, including:

  • Adenoma: A benign tumor that arises in or resembles glandular tissue.
  • Lipoma: A benign tumor composed of adipose tissue (body fat).
  • Myoma: A benign tumor made up of muscle tissue.
  • Nevus: A benign skin growth, such as a mole.
  • Papilloma: A benign epithelial tumor growing exophytically (outwardly projecting) in nipple-like fronds.

Related Terms

  • Tumor: An abnormal growth of cells that serves no purpose.
  • Cancer: A group of diseases involving abnormal cell growth with the potential to invade or spread to other parts of the body.
  • Malignant: Refers to a medical condition that becomes progressively worse.
  • Metastasis: The spread of a disease from one organ or part to another non-adjacent organ or part.

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