Rebecca found out that she has a mass of dividing cells called a tumor in her ovaries. She has had tests and is returning to the doctor. Which of the following would be the best news that Rebecca could receive from her doctor?
A) It is a benign tumor.
B) The cells are cancerous and are in situ.
C) It is a malignant tumor.
D) It is malignant ovarian cancer.
E) The tumor has metastasized and invaded neighboring tissue.

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During metastasis, a malignant tumor invades neighboring tissues and spreads through the body, while a benign tumor does not invade neighboring tissue.

Rebecca Found Out That She Has a Mass of Dividing