Serous tumour
Serous Tumour
Serous tumour (pronunciation: /ˈsɪərəs ˈtuːmər/) is a type of neoplasm that originates from the serous membrane, a thin layer of tissue that covers the internal organs and cavities within the body.
Etymology
The term "serous" is derived from the Latin word "serosus", meaning "watery" or "serum-like", referring to the clear, yellowish fluid produced by serous membranes. The word "tumour" comes from the Latin "tumere", meaning "to swell", which is a common characteristic of tumours.
Types of Serous Tumours
There are several types of serous tumours, including:
- Serous cystadenoma: A benign tumour that often occurs in the ovary and pancreas.
- Serous cystadenocarcinoma: A malignant tumour that typically arises in the ovary.
- Serous carcinoma: A type of endometrial cancer that originates from the serous cells in the lining of the uterus.
Related Terms
- Serous fluid: The clear, yellowish fluid produced by serous membranes.
- Serous membrane: A thin layer of tissue that lines the internal organs and cavities within the body.
- Neoplasm: An abnormal growth of tissue, also known as a tumour.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Serous tumour
- Wikipedia's article - Serous tumour
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