Term Name: | salivary gland adenoid cystic carcinoma |
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Synonyms: | Cylindroma |
Definition: | A salivary gland carcinoma that is characterized by a distinctive pattern in which abnormal nests or cords of epithelial cells surround and/or infiltrate ducts or glandular structures within the affected organ. These structures are typically filled with a mucous-like material or contain abnormal fibrous membranes. |
Ontology: | Human Disease [DOID:4866] ( DOID:4866 ) |