Asked by Lindie Joubert on May 16, 2024
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The anatomical site where a malignant neoplasm was first seen and identified is known as the __________ site.
A) primary
B) secondary
C) Ca in situ
D) metastasized
Malignant Neoplasm
A cancerous tumor that can invade and destroy nearby tissue and spread to other parts of the body.
Anatomical Site
A specific location or part of the human body.
- Understand the concepts of primary and secondary neoplasm sites.
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Hannah BraumMay 21, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
The primary site is the anatomical location where the malignant neoplasm was first observed and identified. This is crucial information to determine the stage, prognosis, and treatment of the cancer. The secondary site refers to the anatomical location(s) where the cancer has spread to (metastasized). Ca in situ refers to cancer that has not invaded nearby tissues or organs and is confined to its original location.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the concepts of primary and secondary neoplasm sites.