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Malignancy

Definition

The term malignancy refers to cancerous cells that usually have the ability to spread, invade, and destroy tissue. Malignant cells tend to have fast, uncontrolled growth. Malignant cells that are resistant to treatment may return after being removed or destroyed.

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Lymphoma, malignant - CT scan
Lymphoma, malignant - CT scan
Malignancy
Malignancy

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malignancy; hypercalcemia malignancy; hematological malignancy; malignancy sinonasal; malignancy neuroleptic syndrome; malignancy paranasal sinus; malignancy occult