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myxoma
myxoma [ mik sṓmə ] (plural myxomas or myxomata [ mik sṓmətə ])


noun 
Definition:
 
benign tumour: a benign tumour composed of mucus and gelatinous material embedded in connective tissue, typically in the heart where it can obstruct blood flow and lead to sudden unconsciousness

myxomatous [ mik sómmətəss ] adjective
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