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Focal amyloidosis

Focal amyloidosis --> nodular amyloidosis

a localised form of amyloidosis in which amyloid occurs as masses or nodules beneath the skin or mucous membranes, e.g., in the larynx.

Synonym: amyloid tumour, focal amyloidosis.


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