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Acoustic neuroma

Definition Definition An acoustic neuroma is a benign tumor involving cells of the myelin sheath that surrounds the vestibulocochlear nerve (eighth...
Encyclopedia of Cancer, 02/28/05 by M.S. Lisa Andres, CGC · More from publication
Retinoblastoma

Definition Definition Retinoblastoma is a malignant tumor of the retina that occurs predominantly in young children. Description The eye has three...
Encyclopedia of Cancer, 02/28/05 by M.S. Lisa Andres, C.G.C. · More from publication
Chromosome rearrangements

Definition Definition A chromosome rearrangement is a structural change in a chromosome such as a deletion, translocation, inversion, or gene...
Encyclopedia of Cancer, 02/28/05 by M.S. Lisa Andres, CGC · More from publication
Thyroid gland

Definition Definition The thyroid gland is a bilobed organ of the endocrine system located in the front of the neck. It secretes hormones that are...
Encyclopedia of Nursing and Allied Health, 02/28/05 by M.S. Lisa Maria Andres, CGC · More from publication