Neoplasms Flashcards
1
Q
What is a lymphoma?
A
Blood cell tumour that develops from lymphatic cells (WBCs)
2
Q
What is an adenocarcinoma?
A
Malignant tumour formed from glandular structures in epithelial tissue
3
Q
What is an adenoma?
A
Benign tumour of glandular structures in epithelial tissue
4
Q
What is a leiomyoma?
A
Benign tumour of smooth muscle
5
Q
What is a leiomyosarcoma?
A
Malignant tumour of soft tissue
6
Q
What is a carcinoid?
A
A slow-growing, neuroendocrine tumour arising from cells of the endocrine and nervous systems
Occur in GI tract; stomach of dogs and cats
Most common sign = chronic vomiting
7
Q
What is a sarcoma?
A
Aggressive, malignant tumour of connective or supportive tissue eg bone, fat, muscle, cartilage, blood vessels
