Neuroectodermal neoplasm

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Neuroectodermal tumor
SpecialtyOncology

A neuroectodermal neoplasm is a neoplasm or tumor of the neuroectoderm.[1] They are most commonly tumors in the central or peripheral nervous system.[citation needed]

Tumors exhibiting neuroectodermal differentiation are classified into two main groups:[2]

References

  1. ^ Neuroectodermal tumor entry in the public domain NCI Dictionary of Cancer Terms
  2. ^ Mills, Stacey E (2002). "Neuroectodermal Neoplasms of the Head and Neck with Emphasis on Neuroendocrine Carcinomas". Modern Pathology. 15 (3): 264–278. doi:10.1038/modpathol.3880522. ISSN 0893-3952. PMID 11904342.