tumor

tumor

An abnormal mass of tissue. Tumors are a classic sign of inflammation, and can be benign or malignant (cancerous). There are dozens of different types of tumors. Their names usually reflect the kind of tissue they arise in, and may also tell you something about their shape or how they grow.

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mastocitoma, tumores de mastocitos

Veterinary health; Veterinary care

A growth of mast cells (cells in the dermis which is directly beneath the outer skin layer, which release histamine to counter allergens). These tumors may become malignant. ...

gen supresor tumoral

Biology; General

Genes that normally keep cell division under control, preventing the cell from responding to internal and external commands to divide.

tumores venéreos transmisibles

Agriculture; General agriculture

Tumors most commonly seen on or near the genitalia. They are venereal, most likely transmitted through transplantation of cells by contact. Metastases have been reported. ...

patógeno

Health care; Hospitals

An agent of disease. Pathogens include bacteria, viruses, fungi, and protozoa.

úlcera

Health care; Hospitals

An area of tissue erosion, for example, of the skin or lining of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract. Due to the erosion, an ulcer is concave. It is always depressed below the level ...

prótesis

Health care; Hospitals

An artificial substitute or replacement of a part of the body such as a tooth, eye, hip, knee, leg, arm, etc. A prosthesis is designed for both functional and/or cosmetic reasons.

abceso

Health care; Hospitals

A local accumulation of pus anywhere in the body.

calidad de vida

Health care; Hospitals

An important consideration in medical care, quality of life refers to the ability to enjoy normal life activities. Some medical treatments can seriously impair quality of life ...