Preferred Term:
neoplasms
Definition:
New abnormal growth of tissue. Malignant neoplasms show a greater degree of anaplasia and have the properties of invasion and metastasis, compared to benign neoplasms.
Concept Schemes:
NALT Core
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Entry Terms:
- tumors
- cancers
- neoplasia
- tumours
- cancer (disease)
URI:
https://lod.nal.usda.gov/nalt/702
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