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    Maxillary Sinus Neoplasm

    Definition 1

    A benign or malignant neoplasm that affects the maxillary sinus. Representative examples of benign neoplasms include Schneiderian papilloma and salivary gland-type adenoma. Representative examples of malignant neoplasms include carcinoma and lymphoma. (NCI Thesaurus)

    Definition 2

    Neoplasms or tumors of the maxillary sinus. The majority of paranasal sinus neoplasms arise here. They develop silently when confined to the sinus and produce symptoms on extension through the walls. (NLM, Medical Subject Headings)




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