DESMOIDS Meaning and
Definition
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Desmoids are a type of fibrous tumor that can develop in various parts of the body, usually within the soft tissues. These tumors are characterized by their slow and locally invasive growth patterns, which means they tend to expand and spread within the surrounding tissues. Desmoids are typically noncancerous (benign) tumors, but they have the potential to infiltrate nearby structures and cause functional impairment based on their location.
In terms of appearance, desmoids appear as firm, rubbery masses that are often irregularly shaped. They are composed of fibrous tissue that can vary in density and consistency. Desmoids can occur anywhere in the body, but they most commonly develop in the abdominal wall, particularly in women during or after pregnancy. Other common locations include the shoulder, chest, back, and thigh.
While the exact cause of desmoids is not fully understood, there are certain risk factors associated with their development. These include a history of desmoids in the family, certain genetic conditions such as familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP), and prior trauma or surgery in the affected area.
The management of desmoids usually involves a multidisciplinary approach, including close monitoring, surgical resection, radiation therapy, and/or pharmaceutical interventions. Since desmoids can be locally aggressive and have a tendency to recur even after treatment, long-term follow-up is essential to ensure proper management.
Common Misspellings for DESMOIDS
- sesmoids
- xesmoids
- cesmoids
- fesmoids
- resmoids
- eesmoids
- dwsmoids
- dssmoids
- ddsmoids
- drsmoids
- d4smoids
- d3smoids
- deamoids
- dexmoids
- dewmoids
- desnoids
- deskoids
- desjoids
- desmiids
- desmkids
Etymology of DESMOIDS
The word desmoids is derived from the Greek word desmos, which means band or bond. In medical terminology, desmoid refers to a certain type of tumor that arises from connective tissues and is characterized by a fibrous growth pattern. The term desmoids is the plural form of desmoid.
Similar spelling words for DESMOIDS
- dezymotize,
- desmodus,
- docimodus,
- Disomatous,
- desmitis,
- desamidize,
- disamidize,
- decimates,
- Descemet’s,
- desamidase,
- desmidiaceae,
- dismutase,
- desmids,
- Descemet's.
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