Pleomorphic fibroma
Pleomorphic Fibroma
Pleomorphic fibroma (/pliːəˈmɔːrfɪk faɪˈbroʊmə/) is a benign tumor that originates from the fibrous tissue of the body.
Etymology
The term "pleomorphic" is derived from the Greek words "pleio" meaning more and "morph" meaning form, referring to the variable appearance of the cells in this type of tumor. "Fibroma" is derived from the Latin "fibra" meaning fiber and "-oma" a suffix used in medical terminology to indicate a tumor or growth.
Description
Pleomorphic fibroma is characterized by the presence of pleomorphic fibroblasts, which are cells that produce collagen and other types of connective tissue. These fibroblasts exhibit a wide range of shapes and sizes, hence the term "pleomorphic". Despite their unusual appearance, these cells are not cancerous and the tumor is considered benign.
Related Terms
- Fibroblast: A type of cell that synthesizes the extracellular matrix and collagen, the structural framework for animal tissues, and plays a critical role in wound healing.
- Collagen: The most abundant protein in the body, found in the bones, muscles, skin, and tendons.
- Connective tissue: A type of tissue that provides support and structure to other tissues and organs in the body.
- Tumor: An abnormal growth of cells that serves no purpose.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Pleomorphic fibroma
- Wikipedia's article - Pleomorphic fibroma
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