What Is A Primary Tumor?
According to the National Cancer Institute, a primary tumor is the first, or original, tumor discovered inside the human body. If these cancerous cells spread to another location, it is referred to as a metastasis and secondary tumor.
Tumors are commonly referred to as benign or malignant. Masses that are benign in nature may gro…
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