Mucinous cystic neoplasm
Mucinous Cystic Neoplasm
Mucinous cystic neoplasm (pronunciation: myoo-sin-us sis-tik nee-oh-plaz-uhm), often abbreviated as MCN, is a type of pancreatic cyst that is filled with a thick, gel-like substance known as mucin.
Etymology
The term "mucinous" is derived from the Latin word "mucus", which refers to a slimy substance secreted by the body. "Cystic" comes from the Greek word "kystis", meaning bladder or sac, and "neoplasm" is derived from the Greek words "neo" (new) and "plasma" (formation), referring to a new growth or tumor.
Description
MCNs are typically found in the body or tail of the pancreas, and are more common in women than in men. They are considered pre-malignant, meaning they have the potential to develop into cancer if left untreated. The exact cause of MCNs is unknown, but they are often discovered during routine medical imaging for other conditions.
Related Terms
- Pancreatic cysts: Fluid-filled sacs in the pancreas, of which MCNs are a type.
- Mucin: A thick, gel-like substance that is found in MCNs.
- Neoplasm: A new growth or tumor, which can be benign (non-cancerous) or malignant (cancerous).
- Cancer: A disease caused by an uncontrolled division of abnormal cells in a part of the body.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Mucinous cystic neoplasm
- Wikipedia's article - Mucinous cystic neoplasm
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