ENCEPHALOID SARCOMA
\ɛnsˈɛfɐlˌɔ͡ɪd sɑːkˈə͡ʊmə], \ɛnsˈɛfɐlˌɔɪd sɑːkˈəʊmə], \ɛ_n_s_ˈɛ_f_ɐ_l_ˌɔɪ_d s_ɑː_k_ˈəʊ_m_ə]\
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A variety of s. consisting for the most part of simple embryonic cells imbedded in a scanty homogeneous or granular matrix. There are two varieties, the small-celled and large-celled. The tumors are of very rapid growth, often ending fatally in a few months, especially in children. They are soft and pinkish, gray, or yellowish white, with frequent patches of extravasation. When coming to the surface, they form the so-called fungus hematodes.
By Smith Ely Jelliffe
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hydromorphic
- [Greek] Structurally adapted to an aquatic environment, as organs of water plants.