Body Part - Abdomen/Pelvis
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BODY
Can refer to the main part of an organ. For example, body of the stomach is the main portion of the stomach.
BONE ISLAND
A benign or non-cancerous growth of bone inside of bone. Is usually of no consequence but can be confused with a tumor.
CA-125
Cancer Antigen 125. It is a marker of cancer cells in the blood. Higher number means more cancer cells.
CALCIFICATION
Calcium deposits.
CARCINOMA
Cancer.
CARDIOMEGALY
Enlarged heart.
CATHETER
A tube.
CAVITARY
Adjective. Containing a “hole”. Cavity forming.
CEA (Carcinoembryonic Antigen)
CEA is a type of protein found in the blood. In some types of cancer, CEA can be elevated.
CHF (Congestive Heart Failure)
Heart not functioning properly. Causes fluid to build up in the lung or in the body.