Summary of discussion on neoplasms.
Summary of discussion on neoplasms.
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关于肿瘤的讨论摘要。
作者:
V. Potter
In all of the presentations in this session the phenomenon of diversity of enzyme patterns that are compatible with neo plasia and the theme of altered controls were repeatedly brought out. Dr. Pitot reviewed the cancer theories of the past and emphasized his opinion that the major biologic char acteristic of cancer is an alteration in the control of cellular metabolism and function. Accordingly, he suggested that in creased cell replication could not be regarded as the sine qua non of malignancy. This combination of statements led to con siderable discussion challenging the latter view, but it seems clear from his context that the key to his position is a matter of emphasis, for later he stated that "an abnormal control of