Medical Terms Glossary

Adenocarcinoma

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Adenocarcinoma: Adenocarcinoma is a malignant tumor of the prostrate. Adenocarcinoma is a common cause of cancer in males over 50 years old. Among the most common medical health treatments for adenocarcinoma include radical prostatectomy, radiation treatment and chemotherapy.

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Anticoagulant: The medical term anticoagulant refers to medicine that slows clotting of the blood. Aspirin is considered an anticoagulants in that in addition to providing pain relief and anti-inflammatory properties, aspirin the prevents or retards the clotting of blood by poisoning platelets. Warfarin (Coumadin®) is also considered an anticoagulant prescription medication that prevents blood clots from forming in the blood and arteries.