Edema

What does "Edema" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

Edema refers to a condition where parts of the body swell up due to the accumulation of excess fluid. This can happen in any part of the body. In the context of 'peritumoral' or 'fascial', it means that the swelling is occurring around a tumor or in the connective tissue layers of the body, respectively.

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