Digestive System Neoplasms (definition)

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Definition: Tumors or cancer of the DIGESTIVE SYSTEM.

GEN or unspecified; refers to all organs and accessory organs (biliary, liver, & pancreas) of the DIGESTIVE TRACT: do not confuse with GASTROINTESTINAL NEOPLASMS (eosphagus, stomach & intestines only); coord IM with histol type of neopl (IM)
Examples Biliary Tract Neoplasms; Gastrointestinal Neoplasms; Liver Neoplasms; Pancreatic Neoplasms; Peritoneal Neoplasms

Other names Digestive System Cancer; Cancer of Digestive System; Neoplasm, Digestive System; Digestive System Neoplasm; Digestive System Cancers; Cancers, Digestive System; Cancer, Digestive System; Neoplasms, Digestive System; Cancer of the Digestive System

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