stroma

{
  "id": "MLC-T-ONC-008339",
  "term": "stroma",
  "field": "Oncology and biomedicine",
  "definition": "The cells and tissues that support and give structure to organs, glands, or other tissues in the body. The stroma is mostly made up of connective tissue, blood vessels, lymphatic vessels, and nerves. It provides nutrients to the tissue or organ and removes waste and extra fluid. The stroma may also be involved in the body’s immune response and in the growth and spread of cancer cells.",
  "references": [
    "NCI Dictionary of Cancer Terms"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/oncology/stroma/"
}