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What is the difference between adenoma and adenocarcinoma as described in the chapter?
Adenoma is a benign tumor that arises in or resembles glandular tissue, while adenocarcinoma is a malignant tumor that originates in glandular tissue. The key difference lies in their nature, with adenomas being non-cancerous and adenocarcinomas being cancerous and potentially life-threatening.
Key points
- Adenoma is benign; adenocarcinoma is malignant.
- Adenomas resemble glandular tissue; adenocarcinomas originate from it.
- Adenomas are not life-threatening; adenocarcinomas can spread and are harmful.
Source:Medical Terminology for Health Professions by Ann Ehrlich,Carol L. Schroeder,Laura Ehrlich,Katrina A. Schroeder· The Human Body in Health and Disease· p. 44–56
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