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blastoma

/blæˈstoʊmə/ noun · British & US
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What does blastoma mean?

noun

A type of cancer that originates in the bone or cartilage, often affecting children and young adults. It can also refer to a type of tumor that arises from the epithelial cells of the bone.

Example

"The doctor explained that the patient's blastoma was a rare and aggressive form of cancer that required immediate treatment."

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