1. Plural of precancer; abnormal cell growths or lesions that have the potential to develop into cancer if left untreated.
Usage: medical/clinical term; also called precancerous lesions or premalignant conditions

Examples

• The dermatologist identified several precancers on the patient's skin during the routine examination.
• Early detection of precancers can prevent the development of invasive cancer.
• Patients with precancers are often monitored closely with regular follow-up appointments.
• Certain precancers of the cervix can be treated effectively before they progress to cancer.
• The biopsy revealed precancers in the esophageal tissue that required immediate intervention.