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During endometrial cancer surgery, atypical cells were found in the peritoneal fluid. what does this mean.

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Dr. Aasim Sehbai answered

Specializes in Medical Oncology

Atypical cells: Atypical means atypical but not conclusive for malignancy or cancer.

Answered 11/30/2013

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