MALT lymphoma

Definition

MALT lymphomas are solid tumors that originate
from cancerous growth of immune cells that are recruited
to secretory tissue such as the gastrointestinal tract, salivary
glands, lungs, and the thyroid gland.

Description

The digestive tract is generally not associated with
lymphoid tissue, with the exception of small collections
of lymphocytes such as Peyer

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