A Benign Breast Condition That Includes Dilation and Inflammation of the Collecting

question 4

Multiple Choice

A benign breast condition that includes dilation and inflammation of the collecting ducts is called:

• A)Ductal ectasia.
• B)Intraductal papilloma.
• C)Chronic cystic disease.
• D)Fibroadenoma.

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Definitions:

Periosteum

A thick layer of blood vessel-rich connective tissue that surrounds the bones, except where the joints are located.

Lacunae

Small cavities in bone or cartilage tissue that house cells (osteocytes, chondrocytes), providing them with space to reside and function.

Osteon

The spindle-shaped unit of bone composed of concentric layers of osteocytes organized around a central Haversian canal containing blood vessels and nerves.

Vertebrae

The series of small bones forming the backbone, in humans being 33 in number and providing support and flexibility.