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<tumour> A condition characterised by the development of multiple localised green masses of abnormal cells (in most instances, myeloblasts), especially in relation to the periosteum of the skull, spine, and ribs; the clinical course is similar to that of acute myeloid leukaemia, although the tumours may precede the findings in blood and bone marrow; observed more frequently in children and young adults. See: granulocytic sarcoma. Synonym: chloroleukaemia, chloromyeloma. Origin: chloro-+ G. -oma, tumour (05 Mar 2000) |
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A chloroma is a solid tumor composed of immature white blood cells called myeloid precursor cells. They are most often found in acute myelocytic leukemia (AML) but may be found in other myeloproliferative disorders such as polycythemia vera, hypereosinophilia, and myeloid metaplasia. Chloromas get their name from the Greek chloros (meaning green) since these tumors often have a green tint due to the presence of myeloperoxidase. ...
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chloroma
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A malignant, green-colored tumor of myeloid cells (a type of immature white blood cell). This tumor is usually associated with myelogenous leukemia. Also called granulocytic sarcoma.
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chloromatous s.
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chloroma.
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