On a biopsy report
Malignant
Also written as Malignancy, Positive for malignancy, Malignant cells seen
What it means
Malignant is a word used to describe cancer. Malignant cells grow in an uncontrolled way and can invade nearby tissues and spread to other parts of the body through blood and lymph.
Why it matters
It confirms that cancer cells were seen. Type, grade and stage then shape the treatment plan your oncologist suggests.
Ask your oncologist
"Now that the report says malignant, what tests are still needed to plan treatment?"
From NCI Dictionary of Cancer Terms: malignant. Not medical advice: your oncologist decides.