Littoral cell angioma
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Littoral cell angioma, abbreviated LCA, and formally known as littoral cell angioma of the spleen, is a benign
tumour of the spleen
that arises the from the cells that line the red pulp.
Benign
A benign tumor is a tumor that lacks the ability to metastasize. Common examples of benign tumors include moles and uterine fibroids.The term "benign" implies a mild and nonprogressive disease. Indeed, many kinds of benign tumors are harmless to human health...
tumour of the spleen
Spleen
The spleen is an organ found in virtually all vertebrate animals with important roles in regard to red blood cells and the immune system. In humans, it is located in the left upper quadrant of the abdomen. It removes old red blood cells and holds a reserve of blood in case of hemorrhagic shock...
that arises the from the cells that line the red pulp.