Granuloma
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Granuloma Definition
An inflammatory reaction usually caused by infectious organisms, foreign bodies, or cholesterol deposits. It is characterized by the presence of epithelioid histiocytes and chronic inflammation. Often times giant cells are present. Necrosis is sometimes observed.Granuloma Synonyms
Granuloma, GRANULOMA, Granulomatous LesionTerms in Granuloma category
Cholesterol GranulomaForeign Body Granuloma
Giant Cell Granuloma
Granuloma by Site
Infectious Granuloma
Lipogranuloma
Plasma Cell Granuloma
Sarcoidal Granuloma
Sperm Granuloma
Suppurative Granuloma