lymph nodule
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lymph nodule — ▪ anatomy small, localized collection of lymphoid tissue, usually located in the loose connective tissue beneath wet epithelial (covering or lining) membranes, as in the digestive system, respiratory system, and urinary bladder. Lymph… … Universalium
lymph nodule — noun : a small simple lymph gland … Useful english dictionary
lymph follicle — n LYMPH NODE esp LYMPH NODULE … Medical dictionary
lymph follicle — noun : lymph gland; especially : lymph nodule … Useful english dictionary
Nodule — A small solid collection of tissue, a nodule is palpable (can be felt). It may range in size from greater than 1.0 cm (3/8 inch) to somewhat less than 2 cm (13/16 inch) in diameter. A nodule may be present in the epidermis, dermis or subcutis (at … Medical dictionary
Lymph node — A Lymph node (] MedullaThere are two named structures in the medulla: * The medullary cords are cords of lymphatic tissue, and include plasma cells and B cells * The medullary sinuses (or sinusoids ) are vessel like spaces separating the… … Wikipedia
Solitary lymphatic nodule — Infobox Anatomy Name = PAGENAME Latin = noduli lymphoidei solitarii GraySubject = 249 GrayPage = 1176 Caption = Transverse section of human vermiform process. X 20. (Lymph nodule labeled at bottom right.) Caption2 = Section of mucous membrane of… … Wikipedia
Solitary pulmonary nodule — Classification and external resources Chest X ray showing a solitary pulmonary nodule (indicated by a black box) in the left upper lobe … Wikipedia
Solitary thyroid nodule — DiseaseDisorder infobox Name = Solitary thyroid nodule ICD10 = E04.1 ICD9 = ICD9|241.0 olitary thyroid noduleRisks for cancerSolitary thyroid nodules are more common in females yet more worrisome in males. Other associations with neoplastic… … Wikipedia
lymphatic nodule — lymphoid nodule a small, dense accumulation of lymphocytes expressing tissue cytogenetic and defense functions; it may be encapsulated within lymph node cortex or may be dispersed in epithelial tissue, as in the intestine and tonsils … Medical dictionary
