Neoplastic Process
cystadenofibroma
Subclass of:
Neoplasms, Cystic, Mucinous, and Serous;
Adenofibroma
Definitions related to cystadenofibroma:
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A benign or borderline neoplasm that arises from the ovaries and the fallopian tubes. It is characterized by the presence of cystic glandular structures and fibrous tissue.NCI ThesaurusU.S. National Cancer Institute, 2021
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Benign or borderline malignant neoplasm of the ovary and surrounding tissues. It is characterized by tumor(s) with cystic glands which are lined by cuboidal EPITHELIAL CELLS with clear cytoplasm, resembling ENDOMETRIUM cells. The glands are separated by fibroblastic STROMAL CELLS.NLM Medical Subject HeadingsU.S. National Library of Medicine, 2021
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(clear cell adenofibroma) A benign or borderline neoplasm characterized by the presence of glandular structures which contain clear cells and a fibrotic stroma.NCI ThesaurusU.S. National Cancer Institute, 2021
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