non-malignant condition
[/nɑn məˈlɪɡnənt kənˈdɪʃən/]
noun phrasepl: non-malignant conditions
condição não-maligna
1. A medical condition or disease that is not cancerous and does not pose a severe threat to life, though it may cause discomfort or require treatment
The biopsy revealed a non-malignant condition, so no chemotherapy was necessary.
A biópsia revelou uma condição não-maligna, portanto não foi necessária quimioterapia.
2. A benign tumor, growth, or abnormality that does not spread to other parts of the body
Most fibroids are non-malignant conditions that do not require immediate intervention.
A maioria dos miomas são condições não-malignas que não necessitam de intervenção imediata.
In both Brazilian and American medical contexts, distinguishing between malignant and non-malignant conditions is crucial for treatment decisions. In Brazil, patients often seek second opinions from specialists (médicos especialistas) before proceeding with treatment, even for non-malignant conditions. The term is widely used in medical consultations, patient education, and health communications.
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