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Carcinomatous meningitis
Definition Definition Carcinomatous meningitis, also called meningeal carcinomatosis, neoplastic meningitis, or leptomeningeal carcinoma, is a form...
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Histamine 2 antagonists
Definition Definition Histamine 2 antagonists are drugs that block the production of acid in the stomach. Purpose Histamine 2 antagonists are used...
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Testosterone
Definition Definition Synthetic derivatives of the natural hormone testosterone are used to reduce the size of hormone-responsive tumors. Purpose...
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Amputation
Definition Definition Amputation is the intentional surgical removal of a limb or body part. It is performed to remove diseased tissue or relieve...
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Corticosteroids
Definition Definition Corticosteroids are a group of related drugs used in cancer treatment to reduce the growth of tumors, stimulate the appetite,...
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Barrett's esophagus
Definition Definition Barrett's esophagus is pre-cancerous condition in which normal cells lining the esophagus are replaced with abnormal cells...
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Estramustine
Definition Definition Estramustine is a combination of two drugs, estradiol and mechlorethamine , that is used to slow growth and kill malignant...
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Lymph node dissection
Definition Definition Lymph node dissection (lymphadenectomy) is the surgical removal of lymph nodes in order to assess the spread of cancer....
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Saw palmetto
Definition Definition Saw palmetto is a natural plant remedy used to treat men who are experiencing difficulty when urinating. Purpose Saw palmetto...
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Nephrostomy
Definition Definition Nephrostomy is a procedure in which a catheter (plastic tube) is inserted through the skin and into the kidney to drain it of...
Encyclopedia of Cancer, 02/28/05 by A.M. Tish Davidson · More from publication
