Author: Glossary
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Papillocarcinoma
A malignant tumor of hypertrophied papillae.
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Papilloadenocystoma
A tumor composed of elements of papilloma, adenoma, and cystoma.
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Papilliform
Having the characteristics or appearance of papillae.
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Papillary carcinoma of the thyroid
A well-differentiated thyroid cancer, and the most common form of thyroid cancer in the U.S. Most thyroid cancers of this type grow slowly and respond well to treatment. They are usually identified as a thyroid nodule and are best diagnosed with fine needle aspiration biopsy. Treatment includes surgical removal of the thyroid gland, followed by…
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Layer papillary
The layer of the corium that adjoins the epidermis.
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Papilla of vater
The duodenal end of the drainage systems of the pancreatic and common bile ducts; commonly, but inaccurately, called the ampulla of Vater.
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Urethral papilla
The small projection in the vestibule of the female perineum at the entrance of the urethra.
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Tactile papilla
A dermal papilla that contains a sensory receptor for touch.
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Renal papilla
The apex of a renal pyramid in the kidney, enclosed by a calyx of the renal pelvis.
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Parotid papilla
The projections around the opening of the parotid duct into the oral cavity.