Cystadenosarcoma

/ˌsɪstəˌdɛnoʊˌsɑrˈkoʊmə/ noun

Definition

A malignant tumor containing both cystic and glandular tissue components, representing a cancerous version of a cystadenoma.

Etymology

Combines 'cystadenoma' with Greek 'sarx' (flesh) and '-oma' (tumor), literally 'fleshy cyst-gland tumor,' indicating a cancerous transformation.

Kelly Says

The fact that doctors can track how a benign cystadenoma can transform into a malignant cystadenosarcoma has revolutionized cancer prevention—regular monitoring of seemingly harmless cysts saves thousands of lives yearly.

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