LEUKOPLAKIA


Meaning of LEUKOPLAKIA in English

transcription, транскрипция: [ [loo-ko-PLAY-kee-a] ]

An abnormal patch of white tissue that forms on mucous membranes in the mouth and other areas of the body. It may become cancerous. Tobacco (smoking and chewing) and alcohol may increase the risk of leukoplakia in the mouth.

NCI English Dictionary of Cancer Terms.      Английский словарь раковых терминов NCI(Национальный институт злокачественных новообразований).