Pathology · Oral & Dental · Hard
Erythroplakia
Meaning: Red, velvety patch on a mucous membrane with a high risk of malignant change.
In practice: Erythroplakia on the floor of the mouth needs urgent biopsy.
Word parts
- erythro- means red
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Answer: Angiosarcoma
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