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Tumour

A (also spelled "tumor") is an abnormal mass of tissue that develops when cells grow and divide more than they should or fail to die when they should. While the word is often associated with cancer, tumours are broadly categorized into two types:

: These are non-cancerous growths. They generally grow slowly, do not spread to other parts of the body, and are typically not life-threatening unless they press against vital organs like the brain. tumour

: These are cancerous. They grow rapidly, can invade and destroy nearby healthy tissue, and have the ability to spread (metastasize) to distant organs through the blood or lymphatic system. Key Characteristics and Diagnosis A (also spelled "tumor") is an abnormal mass

Treatment depends on the type, size, and location of the mass. Common approaches include: Wilms’ tumour: A review of 15 years recent experience : These are cancerous

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