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neuroblastoma
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neu·ro·blas·to·ma  (nr-bl-stm, nyr-)
n. pl. neu·ro·blas·to·mas or neu·ro·blas·to·ma·ta (-m-t)
A malignant tumor composed of neuroblasts, originating in the autonomic nervous system or the adrenal medulla and occurring chiefly in infants and young children.
neuroblastoma
a highly malignant tumor that may develop from the neural plate in an embryo and spread to the bones, liver, and other organs.
See also: Cancer
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Noun1.neuroblastoma - malignant tumor containing embryonic nerve cells; usually metastasizes quickly
malignant neoplasm, malignant tumor, metastatic tumor - a tumor that is malignant and tends to spread to other parts of the body
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