Explain what the initials TNM stand for and what it means

What will be an ideal response?


Answer:
- T stands for tumor; it is based on the size of the original (primary) tumor and whether it has grown into nearby tissues.
- N stands for node; it tells whether the cancer has spread to the nearby lymph nodes.
- M stands for metastasis; it tells whether the cancer has spread to distant parts of the body.

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