lymph node
noun
: any of the rounded masses of lymphoid tissue that are surrounded by a capsule of connective tissue, are distributed along the lymphatic vessels, and contain numerous lymphocytes which filter the flow of lymph passing through the node
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Imaging tests: Computed tomography (CT) scans, X-rays, or ultrasounds may help your healthcare provider check if AML has affected organs like your liver, spleen, or lymph nodes.
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These treatments may be given before or after surgery to remove the prostate and surrounding lymph nodes.
—Abby Norman, Verywell Health, 20 May 2025
The disease has also been detected in lymph nodes next to her liver.
—Katherine Rosman, New York Times, 1 May 2025
Her lymph nodes swelled constantly, but biopsies showed no cancer.
—David Oliver, USA Today, 23 Apr. 2025
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Health, 24 May 2025
These treatments may be given before or after surgery to remove the prostate and surrounding lymph nodes.
—Abby Norman, Verywell Health, 20 May 2025
The disease has also been detected in lymph nodes next to her liver.
—Katherine Rosman, New York Times, 1 May 2025
Her lymph nodes swelled constantly, but biopsies showed no cancer.
—David Oliver, USA Today, 23 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for lymph node
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“Lymph node.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lymph%20node. Accessed 27 May. 2025.
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