RX Cancer A-Z
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Malignant Chondrosarcoma
Malignant chondrosarcoma is a cancer that starts from cartilage-forming cells. Cartilage is the smooth, rubbery tissue that covers the ends of bones and helps…
Malignant Endovascular Papillary Angioendothelioma
Malignant endovascular papillary angioendothelioma is a rare and malignant cancer that arises from the inner lining of blood vessels, particularly the veins. It is…
Malignant Ependymoma
Malignant ependymoma is a fast-growing cancer that starts from ependymal cells. These cells line the fluid-filled spaces inside the brain and spinal canal. In…
Malignant Fibrous Histiocytoma
Malignant fibrous histiocytoma (MFH) is a rare type of soft tissue sarcoma that primarily affects adults. Understanding the definitions associated with this condition can…
Malignant Histiocytosis
Malignant histiocytosis, also known as histiocytic sarcoma, is a rare and aggressive cancer that originates in a type of white blood cell called histiocytes.…
Malignant Hyperthermia Syndrome
Malignant Hyperthermia Syndrome is a dangerous reaction of the body’s skeletal muscles to some anesthesia medicines. In people who carry certain inherited changes (variants)…
Malignant Lymphadenopathy
Malignant lymphadenopathy refers to the abnormal enlargement of lymph nodes due to cancerous growth within them. It can be a sign of various underlying…
Malignant Melanoma of the Eyelid
Malignant melanoma of the eyelid is a dangerous skin cancer that starts in pigment-making cells (melanocytes) located in the thin skin of the upper…
Malignant Midline Reticulosis
Malignant Midline Reticulosis is a rare but serious condition that affects the lymphatic system. In this article, we will simplify the complex medical jargon…
Malignant Mixed Mesodermal (Müllerian) Tumor (MMMT)
Malignant mixed mesodermal (Müllerian) tumor (MMMT)—now usually called uterine carcinosarcoma—is a rare, fast-growing cancer that starts in the lining of the uterus (the endometrium).…
Malignant Mixed Mesodermal Neoplasm of the Uterus
Malignant Mixed Mesodermal Neoplasm of the Uterus is a rare, very aggressive cancer of the uterus that contains two parts in the same tumor:…
Malignant Mixed Mesodermal Tumor of the Uterine Corpus
Malignant mixed mesodermal tumour of the uterine corpus is a rare, very aggressive cancer that starts in the lining of the uterus (the endometrium).…
Malignant Mixed Mesodermal Tumor of the Uterus
Malignant mixed mesodermal tumor of the uterus is a rare, fast-growing cancer that starts in the womb (uterus). It has two cancer parts mixed…
Malignant Mixed Müllerian Tumor
Malignant mixed Müllerian tumor of the corpus uteri is a very aggressive cancer that starts in the lining of the uterus (the endometrium). Doctors…
Malignant Mixed Müllerian Tumor (MMMT)
A malignant mixed Müllerian tumor (MMMT), also called uterine carcinosarcoma, is a rare, fast-growing cancer that contains two cancers in one: a carcinoma (a…
Malignant Mixed Tumors
Malignant mixed tumors, also known as carcinoma ex pleomorphic adenoma, are complex and potentially dangerous growths that can occur in various parts of the…
Malignant Neoplasm of Cartilage Tissue
Chondrosarcoma is a cancer that starts from cartilage-forming cells. It most often grows in bones of the pelvis, ribs, shoulder girdle, or skull base,…
Malignant Neoplasm of the Adrenal Gland
A malignant neoplasm of the adrenal gland means cancer that starts in one of the two small glands sitting on top of your kidneys.…
Malignant Neoplasm of the Adrenal Medulla (Malignant Pheochromocytoma)
A malignant neoplasm of the adrenal medulla is a cancer that starts in the chromaffin cells of the adrenal medulla, the inner part of…
Malignant Optic Glioma
Malignant optic glioma is a cancer of the optic pathway (the cable system that carries visual signals from the eyes to the brain). In…
Malignant Paroxysmal Ventricular Tachycardia
Malignant paroxysmal ventricular tachycardia (VT) is a very dangerous type of fast heart rhythm that starts in the lower chambers of the heart, called…
Malignant Peripheral Nerve Sheath Tumors
Malignant peripheral nerve sheath tumors (MPNSTs) are a rare type of cancer that originates from the cells surrounding peripheral nerves. These tumors are aggressive…
Malignant Pilomatricoma
Malignant pilomatricoma, also known as malignant pilomatrixoma, is a rare form of skin cancer that arises from cells called pilomatricomas. Pilomatricomas are benign tumors…
Malignant Poroma
Malignant Poroma, also known as porocarcinoma, is a rare type of skin cancer that develops from sweat glands. In this article, we will provide…
