splenoma

/ˈspliːnoʊmə/

Definitions

1. noun

A rare type of tumor that develops in the spleen.

“The patient was diagnosed with a splenoma that required immediate surgery.”

2. noun

A benign tumor or growth on the spleen.

“The doctor examined the patient’s spleen for a possible splenoma.”

Synonyms

  • spleenic growth
  • splenic tumor

Antonyms

  • spleen removal
  • splenectomy