Glossary of Terms
When it comes to your prostate health, knowledge is power. We at Dattoli Cancer Center understand that on your journey to acquire information about prostate cancer, related research, and various treatments, you will come across medical and scientific jargon that might need further explanation. Here we've provided a Glossary of Terms related to the topics of prostate health, prostate cancer, prostate cancer research and prostate cancer treatments and cures. You can search for a term numerically or alphabetically by selecting a character in the box below or simply scroll down through the list of terms and their corresponding definitions.
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
A painless, non-invasive technique using strong magnetic fields to produce detailed images of internal body structures. An MRI scan usually takes about 45 minutes.
Malignant
Having the invasive and metastatic properties of cancer. Tending to become progressively worse.
Margin
See Surgical Margin.
Metalloprotease Inhibitors
Drugs used to suppress the body''s production of certain enzymes.
Metastasis
The spread of cancer, by way of the blood stream or lymphatic system, beyond the boundaries of the organ or structure where the cancer originated. (Metastases is plural.)
Metastasize
A verb that indicates cancer has spread to other parts of the body such as the bones or lymph nodes.
Metastatic Work-up
A group of tests including bone scans, x-rays and blood tests, to ascertain whether cancer has spread throughout the body, or metastasized.
Monoclonal Antibody (mAb)
An antibody that is directed against one specific protein (antigen).
Morbidity
Unhealthy consequences and complications resulting from treatment.
MRI
See Magnetic Resonance Imaging.
