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Any membrane; specifically, one of the membranous coverings of the brain and spinal cord. The brain and spinal cord are covered by 3 connective tissue layers collectively called the meninges that consist of the pia mater, the arachnoid and the dura mater. The meninges...
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The spread of a disease process from one part of the body to another. The appearance of abnormal tissue growths (malignant or nonmalignant) in parts of the body remote from the site of the primary tumor.
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Small adenoma. Less than 10 mm in size.
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Using an operating microscope to better visualize a small operating field or perform delicate surgery. The examination of minute objects by means of a microscope, an instrument which provides an enlarged image of an object not visible with the naked eye.
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One-thousandth of a roentgen. The international unit of exposure for x-rays or gamma rays.
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A form of application or employment of a therapeutic agent or regimen. A method of treatment. For example, surgery and chemotherapy are treatment modalities.
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A biological response modifier with unique ‘homing device” properties. Chemicals or radiation tagged to the MAB may be delivered directly to tumor cells. Or, the MAB itself may be capable of tumor cell destruction.
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Relating to muscles and to the skeleton, as, for example, the musculoskeletal system. The musculoskeletal system is comprised of the skeleton, which provides mechanical support and determines shape; the muscles, which power movement; and connective tissues such as...
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Change in the genetic material (DNA) inside the cell. To change the genetic material of a cell. The changes (mutations) can be harmful, beneficial, or have no effect.
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Removal of tissue or suspensions of cells from living patients through a small needle for diagnostic examination. The removal of tissue or fluid with a needle for examination under a microscope. When a wide needle is used, the procedure is called a core biopsy. When a...
