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Neoplasm

Definition

• A neoplasm is an abnormal growth of tissue that has no useful function. A synonym is "tumor".

  Neoplasms may be benign (no ability to spread to other parts of the body) or malignant (cancerous).

MSDS Relevance Chronic (long-term) exposure to certain chemicals can result in the formation of neoplasms. While not all of these tumors are cancerous, benign tumors have the potential to interfere with vital body functions or become malignant. Limit your exposure to chemicals that are known to cause neoplasms (tumors). This includes reducing the usage of such chemicals in your workplace as well as using proper personal protective equipment (PPE) such as gloves and respirators. And always utilize proper engineering controls such as fume hoods as these protect all workers, not just the end users.

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Further Reading

• The American Cancer Society.
• The Carcinoid Cancer Foundation, Inc. for info about tumors that are somewhere between benign and malignant.
• Tumor and Metastasis at the NIH's MedLine Plus Medical Encyclopedia.
• Tumor - Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treament at the NY Times Health Guide.
• Scorecard mantains a extensive list of carcinogens.

See also: carinogen, carcinoma, cytotoxin, malignant, metastasis, mutagen, teratogen.

Additional definitions from Google and OneLook.

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