CHORIOCARCINOMAS Meaning and
Definition
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Choriocarcinomas are aggressive and malignant tumors that arise from the cells of the placenta, specifically from trophoblast cells, which are responsible for supporting the developing fetus during pregnancy. These tumors can occur either during pregnancy (gestational choriocarcinomas) or in rare cases, in non-pregnant individuals (non-gestational choriocarcinomas).
Gestational choriocarcinomas typically develop following a molar pregnancy, a condition characterized by abnormal growth of placental tissue. They can also arise after a normal pregnancy or even after a miscarriage or an abortion. Non-gestational choriocarcinomas, on the other hand, originate from germ cells in the ovaries or testes.
Choriocarcinomas are characterized by their highly malignant nature, invasive growth patterns, and rapid metastasis to distant organs, especially the lungs, liver, and brain. Symptoms may include abnormal vaginal bleeding, pelvic pain, anemia, and elevated levels of human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG), a hormone associated with pregnancy. If not diagnosed and treated promptly, choriocarcinomas can be life-threatening.
Treatment for choriocarcinomas typically involves a combination of surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation therapy. Chemotherapy is especially effective due to the high sensitivity of choriocarcinoma cells to anticancer drugs. In most cases, a complete cure can be achieved, particularly when the disease is diagnosed and treated early. However, if choriocarcinoma has spread extensively and becomes resistant to therapy, the prognosis can be more challenging. Regular follow-up after treatment is important to monitor for any signs of recurrence.
Common Misspellings for CHORIOCARCINOMAS
- xhoriocarcinomas
- vhoriocarcinomas
- fhoriocarcinomas
- dhoriocarcinomas
- cgoriocarcinomas
- cboriocarcinomas
- cnoriocarcinomas
- cjoriocarcinomas
- cuoriocarcinomas
- cyoriocarcinomas
- chiriocarcinomas
- chkriocarcinomas
- chlriocarcinomas
- chpriocarcinomas
- ch0riocarcinomas
- ch9riocarcinomas
- choeiocarcinomas
- chodiocarcinomas
- chofiocarcinomas
- chotiocarcinomas
Etymology of CHORIOCARCINOMAS
The word "choriocarcinomas" has a Greek and Latin etymology.
The term "chorio-" comes from the Greek word "chorion", which means "membrane" or "skin". The chorio- prefix is often used in medical terminology to refer to things related to the chorion, which is a part of the embryonic membrane.
The second part of the word, "carcinoma", comes from the Latin word "carcinoma", meaning "cancerous tumor". The term "carcinoma" is derived from the Greek word "karkinos", which means "crab". In ancient Greece, tumors were compared to crabs due to their irregular shape and tendency to spread like the legs of a crab.
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