Lobular neoplasia
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Pronunciation[edit]
LAH-byoo-ler NEE-oh-PLAY-zhuh
Definition[edit]
A condition in which abnormal cells are found in the lobules (glands that make milk) of the breast.
Nature[edit]
This condition rarely becomes cancer.
Increases risk[edit]
Having lobular neoplasia in one breast increases the risk of breast cancer in either breast.
Types[edit]
- Types of lobular neoplasia include atypical lobular hyperplasia and lobular carcinoma in situ (LCIS) .
Other names[edit]
Also called LIN and lobular intraepithelial neoplasia.
ICD[edit]
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