Neoplasia

Neoplasia is a collective term for an abnormal growth of cells. It can refer to benign (non-cancerous) or malignant (cancerous) growths. Neoplasia is a major public health concern, as it is the most common cause of death worldwide. In addition to cancer, neoplasia is also associated with a variety of other diseases, including benign pathologies such as uterine fibroids and some forms of kidney disease. Neoplasia is also important for medical research, as it is the basis for understanding and treating cancer and other illnesses. Neoplasia can be diagnosed through medical imaging or biopsy and can be treated with surgery, radiation, chemotherapy, hormone therapies, or other target therapeutics.