Πέμπτη 15 Αυγούστου 2019


Gastric adenocarcinoma and proximal polyposis of the stomach (GAPPS) - a rare recently described gastric polyposis syndrome - report of a case.
Related ArticlesGastric adenocarcinoma and proximal polyposis of the stomach (GAPPS) - a rare recently described gastric polyposis syndrome - report of a case. Z Gastroenterol. 2017 Nov;55(11):1131-1134 Authors: Beer A, Streubel B, Asari R, Dejaco C, Oberhuber G Abstract In rare cases with multiple gastric polyps in the corpus and fundus, a recently described gastric polyposis syndrome called gastric adenocarcinoma and proximal polyposis of the stomach...
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Characterizing and predicting the Nelson-Salassa syndrome.
Related ArticlesCharacterizing and predicting the Nelson-Salassa syndrome. J Neurosurg. 2017 Dec;127(6):1277-1287 Authors: Graffeo CS, Perry A, Carlstrom LP, Meyer FB, Atkinson JLD, Erickson D, Nippoldt TB, Young WF, Pollock BE, Van Gompel JJ Abstract OBJECTIVE Nelson-Salassa syndrome (NSS) is a rare consequence of bilateral adrenalectomy (ADX) for refractory hypercortisolism due to Cushing disease (CD). Although classically defined by rapid growth of...
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Clinical features and surgical outcomes of patients with skull base chordoma: a retrospective analysis of 238 patients.
Related ArticlesClinical features and surgical outcomes of patients with skull base chordoma: a retrospective analysis of 238 patients. J Neurosurg. 2017 Dec;127(6):1257-1267 Authors: Wang L, Wu Z, Tian K, Wang K, Li D, Ma J, Jia G, Zhang L, Zhang J Abstract OBJECTIVE Skull base chordoma is relatively rare, and a limited number of reports have been published regarding its clinical features. Moreover, the factors associated with extent of resection, as...
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Postradiotherapy small cell neuroendocrine carcinoma of base of tongue: An unusual clinical and site presentation.
Related ArticlesPostradiotherapy small cell neuroendocrine carcinoma of base of tongue: An unusual clinical and site presentation. J Postgrad Med. 2017 Jan-Mar;63(1):50-52 Authors: Jha V, Sharma P, Yadav AK, Mandal AK Abstract Small cell neuroendocrine carcinoma (NEC) of the tongue is an extremely rare entity with only seven cases reported in literature till date. These are high-grade tumors with a dismal prognosis. There is much ambiguity regarding...
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Monodispersed Copper(I)-Based Nano Metal-Organic Framework as a Biodegradable Drug Carrier with Enhanced Photodynamic Therapy Efficacy.
Monodispersed Copper(I)-Based Nano Metal-Organic Framework as a Biodegradable Drug Carrier with Enhanced Photodynamic Therapy Efficacy. Adv Sci (Weinh). 2019 Aug 07;6(15):1900848 Authors: Cai X, Xie Z, Ding B, Shao S, Liang S, Pang M, Lin J Abstract Photodynamic therapy (PDT) has emerged as an alternative treatment of cancers. However, the therapeutic efficiency of PDT is severely limited by the microenvironment of insufficient oxygen (O2) supply and...
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Rogaratinib in patients with advanced cancers selected by FGFR mRNA expression: a phase 1 dose-escalation and dose-expansion study.
Rogaratinib in patients with advanced cancers selected by FGFR mRNA expression: a phase 1 dose-escalation and dose-expansion study. Lancet Oncol. 2019 Aug 09;: Authors: Schuler M, Cho BC, Sayehli CM, Navarro A, Soo RA, Richly H, Cassier PA, Tai D, Penel N, Nogova L, Park SH, Schostak M, Gajate P, Cathomas R, Rajagopalan P, Grevel J, Bender S, Boix O, Nogai H, Ocker M, Ellinghaus P, Joerger M Abstract BACKGROUND: The clinical activity of fibroblast growth...
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Germ Cell Tumors in Adolescents and Young Adults.
Related ArticlesGerm Cell Tumors in Adolescents and Young Adults. J Oncol Pract. 2019 Aug;15(8):433-441 Authors: Fonseca A, Frazier AL, Shaikh F Abstract Germ cell tumors (GCTs) are rare in childhood, representing only 3.5% of childhood cancers, but a common malignancy in adolescents and young adults (AYAs), accounting for 13.9% of neoplasms in adolescents between age 15 and 19 years. The overall outcomes of patients treated for GCTs are excellent. However,...
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Pregnancy related cancer in Apulia. A population based linkage study.
Related ArticlesPregnancy related cancer in Apulia. A population based linkage study. Eur J Obstet Gynecol Reprod Biol X. 2019 Jul;3:100025 Authors: Murgia F, Marinaccio M, Cormio G, Loizzi V, Cicinelli R, Bettocchi S, Cicinelli E Abstract Objective: Despite a quite large number of papers in literature, the current incidence of pregnancy associated cancer still remains uncertain. Moreover, different inclusion criteria and time intervals considered after...
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Management of Rare Ovarian Cancer Histologies.
Related ArticlesManagement of Rare Ovarian Cancer Histologies. J Clin Oncol. 2019 Aug 12;:JCO1802419 Authors: Gershenson DM, Okamoto A, Ray-Coquard I PMID: 31403866 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
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Renal angiomyolipoma.
Related ArticlesRenal angiomyolipoma. Rev Assoc Med Bras (1992). 2019 Aug 05;65(7):977-981 Authors: Çalışkan S, Gümrükçü G, Özsoy E, Topaktas R, Öztürk Mİ Abstract INTRODUCTION: Angiomyolipoma is one of the most common benign solid renal tumors. We investigated the characteristics of renal angiomyolipomas and the clinical outcomes of patients in the last thirteen years. METHODS: The medical records of the patients who underwent nephrectomy...
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Neurofibromatosis type 1 with tarsal conjunctiva thickening: A case report.
Related ArticlesNeurofibromatosis type 1 with tarsal conjunctiva thickening: A case report. Medicine (Baltimore). 2019 Aug;98(31):e16699 Authors: Kim JY, Lee MY, Lee YC, Shin HY Abstract RATIONALE: We report a rare case of neurofibroma in the form of tarsal conjunctival thickening of the eyelid in patients with neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1), common ocular complications of which are Lisch nodules, choroidal nodules, and optic nerve glioma. ...
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Mature ovarian cystic teratoma with "sack of marbles" appearance on magnetic resonance imaging: A case report.
Related ArticlesMature ovarian cystic teratoma with "sack of marbles" appearance on magnetic resonance imaging: A case report. Medicine (Baltimore). 2019 Aug;98(31):e16691 Authors: Wang A, Shu Y Abstract INTRODUCTION: Mature ovarian cystic teratoma is a cystic fatty tumor. Presence of floating fat balls in an ovarian cystic teratoma looking like a "sack of marbles" on magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is a rare finding. PATIENT CONCERNS: Herein,...
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Fetal giant right cervical cyst causing severe tracheal compression: A case report.
Related ArticlesFetal giant right cervical cyst causing severe tracheal compression: A case report. Medicine (Baltimore). 2019 Aug;98(31):e16670 Authors: Kang Y, Ma Y, Jiang X, Lin X, Zhao F Abstract RATIONALE: Fetal giant cervical cyst (FGCC) is a rare congenital anomaly. Sometimes FGCC may extend into the mediastinum, and result in severe tracheal compression, which is a life-threatening event at birth. PATIENT CONCERNS: We present a rare...
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A rare cutaneous phototoxic rash after vandetanib therapy in a patient with thyroid cancer: A case report.
Related ArticlesA rare cutaneous phototoxic rash after vandetanib therapy in a patient with thyroid cancer: A case report. Medicine (Baltimore). 2019 Aug;98(31):e16392 Authors: Yin Y, Qiu XY, Zhang YH, Zhang B Abstract RATIONALE: Vandetanib is effective for treating symptomatic or progressive medullary thyroid cancer (MTC) in patients with unresectable locally advanced or metastatic disease, but its toxicity such as photosensitivity reactions should...
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Occult papillary thyroid cancer presenting as cystic metastasis of the lateral neck: A case report.
Related ArticlesOccult papillary thyroid cancer presenting as cystic metastasis of the lateral neck: A case report. Medicine (Baltimore). 2019 Jul;98(30):e16659 Authors: Schwaiger K, Koeninger F, Wimbauer J, Heinrich K, Gala-Kokalj A, Wechselberger G Abstract RATIONALE: Papillary thyroid cancer accounts for up to 85% of all cases of thyroid carcinoma. This disease entity is notorious for metastatic invasion of adjacent lymph nodes, including the cervical...
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Clinical characteristics of early neuroendocrine carcinoma in stomach: A case report and review of literature.
Related ArticlesClinical characteristics of early neuroendocrine carcinoma in stomach: A case report and review of literature. Medicine (Baltimore). 2019 Jul;98(30):e16638 Authors: Zhu X, Jing H, Yao T Abstract INTRODUCTION: Gastric neuroendocrine carcinoma (NEC) is rare. It is considered to be aggressive and has a poor prognosis since the diagnosis is usually made at its advanced stage. However, the survival rate is increased in some early gastric...
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Pheochromocytoma, paragangliomas, and pituitary adenoma: An unusual association in a patient with an SDHD mutation. Case report.
Related ArticlesPheochromocytoma, paragangliomas, and pituitary adenoma: An unusual association in a patient with an SDHD mutation. Case report. Medicine (Baltimore). 2019 Jul;98(30):e16594 Authors: Lemelin A, Lapoirie M, Abeillon J, Lasolle H, Giraud S, Philouze P, Ceruse P, Raverot G, Vighetto A, Borson-Chazot F Abstract RATIONALE: Pituitary adenomas and paragangliomas are both rare endocrine diseases. Paragangliomas (PGL)/pheochromocytomas (PHEO)...
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Posterior mediastinal neurilemmoma accompanied by intrapulmonary sequestration in the left lower lobe: A case report.
Related ArticlesPosterior mediastinal neurilemmoma accompanied by intrapulmonary sequestration in the left lower lobe: A case report. Medicine (Baltimore). 2019 Jul;98(30):e16582 Authors: Yue Y, Xin H, Xu BC, Zhang LN, Zhao W Abstract RATIONALE: The presence of a mediastinal neurilemmoma accompanied by intrapulmonary sequestration is a rare occurrence. The clinical symptoms of a neurilemmoma depend on the site of the tumor. Diagnosis of pulmonary sequestration...
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Intraosseous epithelioid haemangioendothelioma of the mandible: A case report and literature review.
Related ArticlesIntraosseous epithelioid haemangioendothelioma of the mandible: A case report and literature review. Medicine (Baltimore). 2019 Jul;98(30):e16572 Authors: Yang H, Wang J, Song L, Zou H Abstract INTRODUCTION: Epithelioid haemangioendothelioma (EHE) is a rare vascular neoplasm that primarily occurs in the soft tissues of the extremities, with "intermediate" or "borderline" malignant biological characteristics and a propensity for recurrence...
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An unusual case report of multiple pulmonary leiomyomatous hamartoma.
Related ArticlesAn unusual case report of multiple pulmonary leiomyomatous hamartoma. Medicine (Baltimore). 2019 Jul;98(30):e16496 Authors: Cheng D, Zhang F, Hu K Abstract RATIONALE: Multiple pulmonary leiomyomatous hamartoma (MPLH) is an extremely rare benign disease that mostly occurs in women of reproductive age. PATIENT CONCERNS: A 32-year-old female patient recently diagnosed with multiple bilateral pulmonary nodules. She has the symptoms...
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Primary malignant melanoma of the female genital tract synchronously involving the vulva and uterine cervix: A case report.
Related ArticlesPrimary malignant melanoma of the female genital tract synchronously involving the vulva and uterine cervix: A case report. Medicine (Baltimore). 2019 Jul;98(30):e16366 Authors: Pang Y, Yuan H, Ren A, Zhang S, Liu P Abstract RATIONALE: Primary melanomas of the female genital tract are rare and usually occur in the vulva and vagina. Involvement of the cervix, uterus, and ovary are extremely rare. Surgery and adjuvant therapy remain the...
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A case report of cholangiocarcinoma combined with moderately differentiated gastric adenocarcinoma.
Related ArticlesA case report of cholangiocarcinoma combined with moderately differentiated gastric adenocarcinoma. Medicine (Baltimore). 2019 Jul;98(30):e16332 Authors: Yang YH, Deng Q, Yang TB, Gui Y, Zhang YX, Liu JB, Deng Q, Liu WF, Sun JJ Abstract RATIONALE: Multiple primary carcinoma (MPM) refers to simultaneous or successive occurrence of ≥2 types of primary malignant tumors in a single organ or in different organs of the same individual. It...
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Histopathology-based immunoscore predicts recurrence for intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma after hepatectomy.
Related ArticlesHistopathology-based immunoscore predicts recurrence for intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma after hepatectomy. Cancer Immunol Immunother. 2019 Aug;68(8):1369-1378 Authors: Tian MX, Zhou YF, Qu WF, Liu WR, Jin L, Jiang XF, Wang H, Tao CY, Zhou PY, Fang Y, Ding ZB, Peng YF, Zhou J, Fan J, Shi YH Abstract Intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma (ICC) is a rare malignancy with poor prognosis. The evaluation of recurrence risk after liver resection...
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Neurofibromatosis Type 1 Associated with Hashimoto's Thyroiditis.
Related ArticlesNeurofibromatosis Type 1 Associated with Hashimoto's Thyroiditis. J Assoc Physicians India. 2018 Aug;66(8):91-92 Authors: Kumar SSS, Palaniandavan S, Bhargavi MV, Gambeer AS, Nithyalakshmi G Abstract Hashimoto's thyroiditis is a common form of chronic autoimmune thyroid disease (AITD) and it often coexists with other autoimmune diseases, but Hashimoto's thyroiditis associated with an autosomal dominant neurofibromatosis type 1 is exceedingly...
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Primary hepatic perivascular epithelioid cell tumors: imaging findings with histopathological correlation.
Related ArticlesPrimary hepatic perivascular epithelioid cell tumors: imaging findings with histopathological correlation. Cancer Imaging. 2019 Jun 06;19(1):32 Authors: Nie P, Wu J, Wang H, Zhou R, Sun L, Chen J, Yang G Abstract BACKGROUND: Hepatic PEComas are very rare. Few systematic reports are available characterizing the imaging and pathological features of hepatic PEComa. The aim of this study was to investigate the imaging findings of primary...
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Strangulated inguinal hernia accompanied by paratesticular leiomyosarcoma.
Related ArticlesStrangulated inguinal hernia accompanied by paratesticular leiomyosarcoma. Ulus Travma Acil Cerrahi Derg. 2019 May;25(3):307-310 Authors: Agca B, Iscan Y, Aydin T, Şahin A, Memisoglu K Abstract Sarcomas that arise from the spermatic cord constitute 2.1% of soft tissue sarcomas and are observed at a rate of 1% to 2% in the genitourinary system. A 74-year-old patient presented at the emergency department with complaints of groin pain and...
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Acute Myeloid Leukemia Stem Cell Heterogeneity and Its Clinical Relevance.
Related ArticlesAcute Myeloid Leukemia Stem Cell Heterogeneity and Its Clinical Relevance. Adv Exp Med Biol. 2019;1139:153-169 Authors: Karantanos T, Jones RJ Abstract The failure of complete remissions to reliably translate into cures in acute myeloid leukemia (AML) can be explained by the leukemia stem cell (LSC) paradigm, which hypothesizes that rare leukemia cells with stem cell features, including self-renewal capacity and drug resistance, are...
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Long-Term Survival and Cure in Distant Metastatic Breast Cancer.
Related ArticlesLong-Term Survival and Cure in Distant Metastatic Breast Cancer. Oncology. 2019;97(2):82-93 Authors: Güth U, Elfgen C, Montagna G, Schmid SM Abstract BACKGROUND: Previous data showed that distant metastatic breast cancer (MBC) might be curable in up to 3% of the cases in selected patients, mostly young, with good performance status and with low-volume metastatic disease, mainly by an aggressive multidisciplinary approach including aggressive...
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Tag-based next generation sequencing: a feasible and reliable assay for EGFR T790M mutation detection in circulating tumor DNA of non small cell lung cancer patients.
Related ArticlesTag-based next generation sequencing: a feasible and reliable assay for EGFR T790M mutation detection in circulating tumor DNA of non small cell lung cancer patients. Mol Med. 2019 04 27;25(1):15 Authors: Dono M, De Luca G, Lastraioli S, Anselmi G, Dal Bello MG, Coco S, Vanni I, Grossi F, Vigani A, Genova C, Ferrarini M, Ravetti JL, Zupo S Abstract BACKGROUND: The demonstration of EGFR T790M gene mutation in plasma is crucial to assess...
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Third distant recurrence of benign thymoma in a patient with myasthenia gravis.
Related ArticlesThird distant recurrence of benign thymoma in a patient with myasthenia gravis. BMJ Case Rep. 2019 Apr 14;12(4): Authors: Van Backer JT, Cedeno-Rodriguez A, Nabagiez J Abstract Myasthenia gravis (MG) is an autoimmune disease where antibodies attack the presynaptic terminals at the neuromuscular junction causing progressive weakness. Associated with thymomas, resection can improve symptoms. A 29-year-old woman with MG who underwent two...
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Actinomyces odontolyticus infection 3 months post-robotic-assisted laparoscopic prostatectomy.
Related ArticlesActinomyces odontolyticus infection 3 months post-robotic-assisted laparoscopic prostatectomy. BMJ Case Rep. 2019 Apr 12;12(4): Authors: Clyde M, McAllister J, Obeidallah A, Ahmad I Abstract Actinomyces odontolyticus infection is a rare bacterial infection with only 46 cases reported from its discovery in 1958. This case highlights an immunocompetent patient who presented with an infected lymphocele and bacteraemia following a robotic-assisted...
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An unusual complication of sacral nerve root injury following bone marrow harvesting: a case report.
Related ArticlesAn unusual complication of sacral nerve root injury following bone marrow harvesting: a case report. BMC Cancer. 2019 Apr 11;19(1):347 Authors: Nam TW, Oh HM, Lee JE, Kim JH, Hwang JM, Park E, Jung TD Abstract BACKGROUND: Hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (HSCT) remains an important therapeutic option for many hematologic malignancies. Bone marrow harvesting from an appropriate donor must be conducted for hematopoietic stem cell...
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Novel concept of the border niche: glioblastoma cells use oligodendrocytes progenitor cells (GAOs) and microglia to acquire stem cell-like features.
Related ArticlesNovel concept of the border niche: glioblastoma cells use oligodendrocytes progenitor cells (GAOs) and microglia to acquire stem cell-like features. Brain Tumor Pathol. 2019 Apr;36(2):63-73 Authors: Hide T, Shibahara I, Kumabe T Abstract Glioblastoma (GBM) is a major malignant brain tumor developing in adult brain white matter, characterized by rapid growth and invasion. GBM cells spread into the contralateral hemisphere, even during...
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Footpad peripheral ganglioneuroblastoma in a dog.
Related ArticlesFootpad peripheral ganglioneuroblastoma in a dog. Vet Dermatol. 2019 Aug;30(4):346-e100 Authors: Salvadori C, Cantile C, Massari F, Chiti L, Colombo S, Abramo F Abstract BACKGROUND: Peripheral neuroblastic tumours arising from primitive cells of the cranial and spinal ganglia and from sympathetic ganglion cells of the autonomic nervous system include, from most to least differentiated, ganglioneuroma, ganglioneuroblastoma and neuroblastoma....
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Identification of candidate cancer predisposing variants by performing whole-exome sequencing on index patients from BRCA1 and BRCA2-negative breast cancer families.
Related ArticlesIdentification of candidate cancer predisposing variants by performing whole-exome sequencing on index patients from BRCA1 and BRCA2-negative breast cancer families. BMC Cancer. 2019 Apr 04;19(1):313 Authors: Shahi RB, De Brakeleer S, Caljon B, Pauwels I, Bonduelle M, Joris S, Fontaine C, Vanhoeij M, Van Dooren S, Teugels E, De Grève J Abstract BACKGROUND: In the majority of familial breast cancer (BC) families, the etiology of the...
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Symptoms and Signs, Staging and Co-Morbidity of Hypopharyngeal Cancer.
Related ArticlesSymptoms and Signs, Staging and Co-Morbidity of Hypopharyngeal Cancer. Adv Otorhinolaryngol. 2019;83:15-26 Authors: Bradley PJ Abstract Early throat symptoms are common and a diagnosis of hypopharyngeal cancer rare; therefore, confirming or excluding a serious diagnosis is missed or overlooked by both the patient and the practitioner - however, symptoms such as throat clearing and food sticking, which persist in adult patients who have...
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Diagnosis and management of a recurrent polymerase-epsilon (POLE)-mutated endometrial cancer.
Related ArticlesDiagnosis and management of a recurrent polymerase-epsilon (POLE)-mutated endometrial cancer. Gynecol Oncol. 2019 06;153(3):471-478 Authors: Veneris JT, Lee EK, Goebel EA, Nucci MR, Lindeman N, Horowitz NS, Lee L, Raut CP, Crotzer D, Matulonis U, Konstantinopoulos PA, Campos S Abstract Polymerase-epsilon (POLE)-mutated carcinomas are a rare, but well-known subtype of endometrial cancer. While typically associated with good prognosis,...
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Isolated collagenoma on the face: a rare occurrence.
Related ArticlesIsolated collagenoma on the face: a rare occurrence. Acta Dermatovenerol Alp Pannonica Adriat. 2019 03;28(1):41-43 Authors: Shruti S, Siraj F, Khuller G, Saxena A Abstract Collagenomas are connective tissue nevi with hamartomatous proliferations of dominant dermal collagen. They can present as solitary or multiple inherited or acquired lesions over various body sites. The face is a rare site of collagenomas and, of the few cases reported...
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Varied presentation of sinonasal phosphaturic mesenchymal tumour: report of a case series with follow-up.
Related ArticlesVaried presentation of sinonasal phosphaturic mesenchymal tumour: report of a case series with follow-up. Eur Arch Otorhinolaryngol. 2019 Jun;276(6):1677-1684 Authors: Kurien R, Rupa V, Thomas M Abstract PURPOSE: Phosphaturic mesenchymal tumour (PMT) of the paranasal sinuses is a rare tumour that is associated with oncogenous osteomalacia causing predominant musculoskeletal symptoms. We present a series of eight patients diagnosed to...
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Increased risk of brain metastases in ovarian cancer patients with BRCA mutations.
Related ArticlesIncreased risk of brain metastases in ovarian cancer patients with BRCA mutations. Gynecol Oncol. 2019 06;153(3):568-573 Authors: Ratner E, Bala M, Louie-Gao M, Aydin E, Hazard S, Brastianos PK Abstract PURPOSE: To estimate the risk for brain metastases in patients with ovarian cancer using real-world data, and assess whether BRCA mutations increase that risk. METHODS: This retrospective study included 4515 patients diagnosed...
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Solitary Muscle Metastasis of Hepatocellular Carcinoma to the Biceps Femoris Muscle with Only Elevated Serum PIVKA-II: A Case Report.
Related ArticlesSolitary Muscle Metastasis of Hepatocellular Carcinoma to the Biceps Femoris Muscle with Only Elevated Serum PIVKA-II: A Case Report. Am J Case Rep. 2019 Mar 08;20:306-309 Authors: Orita K, Sakamoto A, Okamoto T, Matsuda S Abstract BACKGROUND Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) is a common primary hepatic cancer. Regardless of its metastatic potential, metastasis to skeletal muscle is rare, especially to one solitary muscle. The diagnostic...
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[Identification and single-cell sequencing analysis of rare tumor cells in malignant pleural effusion of lung cancer patients].
Related Articles[Identification and single-cell sequencing analysis of rare tumor cells in malignant pleural effusion of lung cancer patients]. Yi Chuan. 2019 Feb 20;41(2):175-184 Authors: Wu BJ, Wang Z, Dong Y, Deng YL, Shi QH Abstract Tumor heterogeneity refers to distinct genomic or phenotypic characteristics of tumor cells. Under the environmental or drug stress, tumor cells exhibit different responses, corresponding to different properties of cell...
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[Neuropathology of medulloblastomas and other CNS embryonal tumors : Precision diagnostics through the integration of genetic markers].
Related Articles[Neuropathology of medulloblastomas and other CNS embryonal tumors : Precision diagnostics through the integration of genetic markers]. Pathologe. 2019 Mar;40(2):140-147 Authors: Pietsch T Abstract The revised WHO classification of tumors of the central nervous system (CNS) in 2016 introduced the concept of the "integrated diagnosis." The definition of medulloblastoma entities now requires a combination of traditional histological information...
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Aberrant Wnt signaling in multiple myeloma: molecular mechanisms and targeting options.
Related ArticlesAberrant Wnt signaling in multiple myeloma: molecular mechanisms and targeting options. Leukemia. 2019 05;33(5):1063-1075 Authors: van Andel H, Kocemba KA, Spaargaren M, Pals ST Abstract Aberrant activation of Wnt/β-catenin signaling plays a central role in the pathogenesis of a wide variety of malignancies and is typically caused by mutations in core Wnt pathway components driving constitutive, ligand-independent signaling. In multiple...
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Plaque-like myofibroblastic tumor, a rare entity of childhood: Possible pitfalls in differential diagnosis.
Related ArticlesPlaque-like myofibroblastic tumor, a rare entity of childhood: Possible pitfalls in differential diagnosis. J Cutan Pathol. 2019 May;46(5):389-392 Authors: Virdi A, Baraldi C, Barisani A, Corti B, Savoia F, Patrizi A, Neri I Abstract Plaque-like myofibroblastic tumor is a rare and benign pediatric soft tissue tumor. It presents as a slowly growing plaque reaching several centimeters in diameter, made up of multiple nodules. The clinical...
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Plasmacytoid dendritic cells in granulomatous variant of mycosis fungoides.
Related ArticlesPlasmacytoid dendritic cells in granulomatous variant of mycosis fungoides. J Cutan Pathol. 2019 May;46(5):335-342 Authors: Fernandez-Flores A, Cassarino DS Abstract INTRODUCTION: Granulomatous mycosis fungoides (MF) is a rare variant in which granulomas are associated with other typical signs of MF. Its prognosis is worse than that of classical MF. Plasmacytoid dendritic cells (PDCs) are a subset of interferon-producing dendritic cells...
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[Mesenchymal and mixed uterine tumors : Current overview and practical aspects].
Related Articles[Mesenchymal and mixed uterine tumors : Current overview and practical aspects]. Pathologe. 2019 Feb;40(1):36-45 Authors: Lax SF Abstract Benign leiomyomas are the most frequent mesenchymal tumors of the uterus. In contrast, uterine sarcomas are very rare. Leiomyosarcomas are the most frequent sarcomas followed by endometrial stromal sarcomas (ESS). Leiomyosarcomas are characterized by marked nuclear atypia and high mitotic count and...
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False-positive blood culture results in patients with hematologic malignancies.
Related ArticlesFalse-positive blood culture results in patients with hematologic malignancies. J Infect Chemother. 2019 May;25(5):404-406 Authors: Ebihara Y, Kobayashi K, Watanabe N, Taji Y, Maeda T, Takahashi N, Ishida A, Asou N, Ikebuchi K Abstract Blood cultures are the most valuable tool when bacteremia is clinically suspected. Technical advances have led to the development of automated blood culture systems to detect bacterial infections. Usually...
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Rare, risky, recurrent: An enigmatic cutaneous polyp.
Related ArticlesRare, risky, recurrent: An enigmatic cutaneous polyp. J Cutan Pathol. 2019 May;46(5):376-379 Authors: Singh A, Brar RK, Dey B, Nigam J, Deshpande A Abstract Myxofibrosarcomas (MFSs) are sarcomas most commonly seen in older patients. These are tumors of deep soft tissue seen in subcutaneous tissue and deep fascia, with frequent muscle involvement. These sarcomas are notorious for recurrences and progression to a higher grade with notable...
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The proportion of different BCR-ABL1 transcript types in chronic myeloid leukemia. An international overview.
Related ArticlesThe proportion of different BCR-ABL1 transcript types in chronic myeloid leukemia. An international overview. Leukemia. 2019 05;33(5):1173-1183 Authors: Baccarani M, Castagnetti F, Gugliotta G, Rosti G, Soverini S, Albeer A, Pfirrmann M, International BCR-ABL Study Group Abstract There are different BCR-ABL1 fusion genes that are translated into proteins that are different from each other, yet all leukemogenic, causing chronic myeloid...
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Primary cutaneous Hodgkin-like polymorphic post-transplant lymphoproliferative disorder.
Related ArticlesPrimary cutaneous Hodgkin-like polymorphic post-transplant lymphoproliferative disorder. J Cutan Pathol. 2019 May;46(5):358-362 Authors: Dunn C, Nguyen HP, Patel V, Barker HS, Diwan AH, Yared M, Elghetany T, Restrepo A, Dao H Abstract Post-transplant lymphoproliferative disorder (PTLD) is an uncommon complication after solid-organ transplants and hematopoietic stem cell transplants. Isolated involvement of the skin without systemic involvement...
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A primary cutaneous vascular neoplasm with histologic features of anastomosing hemangioma.
Related ArticlesA primary cutaneous vascular neoplasm with histologic features of anastomosing hemangioma. J Cutan Pathol. 2019 May;46(5):353-357 Authors: Tran TAN, Linos K, Carlson JA, Bridge JA Abstract Anastomosing hemangioma (AH) is a relatively novel variant of benign vascular tumors originally described in the genitourinary tract. Although AH was subsequently documented in various anatomic locations, a primary AH of the skin has not been reported...
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Nipple leiomyoma: A rare neoplasm with a broad spectrum of histologic appearances.
Related ArticlesNipple leiomyoma: A rare neoplasm with a broad spectrum of histologic appearances. J Cutan Pathol. 2019 May;46(5):343-346 Authors: Hammer P, White K, Mengden S, Korcheva V, Raess PW Abstract Cutaneous leiomyomas are rare benign smooth-muscle tumors. These lesions are distinguished based on their cell of origin and are subclassified as pilar leiomyoma, angioleiomyoma, and genital-type leiomyoma. Nipple leiomyoma is the least common genital-type...
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Solitary and multiple epidermolytic acanthoma: A demographic and clinical study of 131 cases.
Related ArticlesSolitary and multiple epidermolytic acanthoma: A demographic and clinical study of 131 cases. J Cutan Pathol. 2019 May;46(5):305-309 Authors: Roy SF, Ghazawi FM, Choate KA, McNiff JM Abstract BACKGROUND: Epidermolytic acanthoma (EA) is a rare, benign acquired cutaneous keratosis displaying epidermolytic hyperkeratosis in more than 50% of its surface. Because of the sparsity of comprehensive studies, little is known on the patient demographics...
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Extent of resection predicts risk of progression in adult pilocytic astrocytoma.
Related ArticlesExtent of resection predicts risk of progression in adult pilocytic astrocytoma. Br J Neurosurg. 2019 Jun;33(3):343-347 Authors: Nelson AJ, Zakaria R, Jenkinson MD, Brodbelt AR Abstract Object: Pilocytic astrocytomas are rare tumours in adults. Presentation, management and prognostic factors are poorly characterised. Methods: Retrospective single centre study from 2000 to 2016. Results: 50 cases were identified (median age 29 years;...
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Effect of Topical Rapamycin 1% on Multiple Trichoepitheliomas.
Related ArticlesEffect of Topical Rapamycin 1% on Multiple Trichoepitheliomas. Acta Derm Venereol. 2019 Apr 01;99(4):454-455 Authors: Dreyfus I, Onnis G, Tournier E, Dereure O, Mazereeuw-Hautier J PMID: 30653239 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE]
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Disseminated adenovirus infection in a patient with relapsed refractory multiple myeloma undergoing autologous stem cell transplantation and pomalidomide/dexamethasone as salvage regimens.
Related ArticlesDisseminated adenovirus infection in a patient with relapsed refractory multiple myeloma undergoing autologous stem cell transplantation and pomalidomide/dexamethasone as salvage regimens. J Infect Chemother. 2019 May;25(5):371-375 Authors: Yasuda S, Najima Y, Konishi T, Yamada Y, Takezaki T, Kurosawa S, Sakaguchi M, Harada K, Yoshioka K, Igarashi A, Inamoto K, Toya T, Kobayashi T, Doki N, Kakihana K, Sakamaki H, Sekiya N, Ohashi K Abstract ...
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Multiple remissions of extracavitary primary effusion lymphoma treated with a single cycle of liposomal doxorubicin in a patient infected with HIV.
Related ArticlesMultiple remissions of extracavitary primary effusion lymphoma treated with a single cycle of liposomal doxorubicin in a patient infected with HIV. Curr Oncol. 2018 12;25(6):e592-e596 Authors: Chen J, Mehraj V, Szabo J, Routy B, Michel RP, Routy JP Abstract Primary effusion lymphoma (pel) is a rare human herpesvirus 8 (hhv8)-related large B cell lymphoma with plasmablastic, immunoblastic, or anaplastic features that often carries a poor...
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Survival of patients with subglottic squamous cell carcinoma.
Related ArticlesSurvival of patients with subglottic squamous cell carcinoma. Curr Oncol. 2018 12;25(6):e569-e575 Authors: MacNeil SD, Patel K, Liu K, Shariff S, Yoo J, Nichols A, Fung K, Garg AX Abstract Objective: Subglottic squamous cell carcinoma is a rare subsite of laryngeal cancer that behaves more aggressively and portends a worse prognosis. Using a population-based cancer registry, our objective was to report overall survival (os) and laryngectomy-free...
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Palliative Care in Patients with Hematological Malignancies.
Related ArticlesPalliative Care in Patients with Hematological Malignancies. Oncol Res Treat. 2019;42(1-2):25-30 Authors: Oechsle K Abstract Patients with hematologic malignancies (HM) nowadays rarely receive palliative or hospice care, and studies on potential effects of integrated palliative care are rare. This narrative review provides a comprehensive overview on their current end-of-life care, first data on integrated specialist palliative care...
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Imaging and Surgical Treatment of Primary Pulmonary Artery Sarcoma.
Related ArticlesImaging and Surgical Treatment of Primary Pulmonary Artery Sarcoma. Int J Cardiovasc Imaging. 2019 Aug;35(8):1429-1433 Authors: Wyler von Ballmoos MC, Chan EY, Reardon MJ Abstract Primary pulmonary artery sarcoma is a rare tumor originating from the pulmonary artery tree. Given the low incidence, few centers have reported on more than a handful of cases. Because of its rarity it is also commonly misdiagnosed as pulmonary embolism. Multi-modality...
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Blood and skin-derived Sezary cells: differences in proliferation-index, activation of PI3K/AKT/mTORC1 pathway and its prognostic relevance.
Related ArticlesBlood and skin-derived Sezary cells: differences in proliferation-index, activation of PI3K/AKT/mTORC1 pathway and its prognostic relevance. Leukemia. 2019 05;33(5):1231-1242 Authors: Cristofoletti C, Bresin A, Picozza M, Picchio MC, Monzo F, Helmer Citterich M, Passarelli F, Frezzolini A, Scala E, Monopoli A, Cantonetti M, Benucci R, D'Atri S, Caprini E, Russo G, Narducci MG Abstract Sézary syndrome (SS) is a rare and aggressive variant...
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Similarities and differences in the reproductive phenotypes of women with congenital hypogonadotrophic hypogonadism caused by GNRHR mutations and women with polycystic ovary syndrome.
Related ArticlesSimilarities and differences in the reproductive phenotypes of women with congenital hypogonadotrophic hypogonadism caused by GNRHR mutations and women with polycystic ovary syndrome. Hum Reprod. 2019 Jan 01;34(1):137-147 Authors: Maione L, Fèvre A, Nettore IC, Manilall A, Francou B, Trabado S, Bouligand J, Guiochon-Mantel A, Delemer B, Flanagan CA, Macchia PE, Millar RP, Young J Abstract STUDY QUESTION: Does the phenotype of women with...
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[Urachal cancer - current concepts of a rare cancer (German version)].
Related Articles[Urachal cancer - current concepts of a rare cancer (German version)]. Pathologe. 2018 Dec;39(Suppl 2):291-300 Authors: Reis H, Szarvas T Abstract Urachal cancer is a rare but aggressive disease. In addition to the non-glandular tumors, non-cystic urachal adenocarcinomas are nowadays distinguished from the primary cystic variant. (Immunohistochemical) markers are only of minor differential diagnostic value and, therefore, the diagnosis...
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Afatinib as first-line treatment for advanced lung adenocarcinoma patients harboring HER2 mutation: A case report and review of the literature.
Related ArticlesAfatinib as first-line treatment for advanced lung adenocarcinoma patients harboring HER2 mutation: A case report and review of the literature. Thorac Cancer. 2018 12;9(12):1788-1794 Authors: Shi Y, Wang M Abstract HER2 mutations are a rare group of driving genes that respond to HER2 targeted therapy, particularly afatinib. No more than 20 such cases have been reported, but afatinib was used after first-line chemotherapy. We present...
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Targeted killing of TNFR2-expressing tumor cells and Tregs by TNFR2 antagonistic antibodies in advanced Sézary syndrome.
Related ArticlesTargeted killing of TNFR2-expressing tumor cells and Tregs by TNFR2 antagonistic antibodies in advanced Sézary syndrome. Leukemia. 2019 05;33(5):1206-1218 Authors: Torrey H, Khodadoust M, Tran L, Baum D, Defusco A, Kim YH, Faustman DL Abstract Sézary syndrome (SS) is a rare form of cutaneous T-cell lymphoma often refractory to treatment. SS is defined as adenopathy, erythroderma with high numbers of atypical T cells. This offers an opportunity...
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Rare Case of Pericardial Angiosarcoma.
Related ArticlesRare Case of Pericardial Angiosarcoma. Circ Heart Fail. 2018 10;11(10):e005342 Authors: Li Y, Wang B, Zhang L, Yang Y, Wang J, Lv Q, Xie M PMID: 30354402 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE]
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Evaluation of the prognostic value of surgery and postoperative radiotherapy for patients with thymic neuroendocrine tumors: A propensity-matched study based on the SEER database.
Related ArticlesEvaluation of the prognostic value of surgery and postoperative radiotherapy for patients with thymic neuroendocrine tumors: A propensity-matched study based on the SEER database. Thorac Cancer. 2018 12;9(12):1603-1613 Authors: Wen J, Chen J, Chen D, Liu D, Xu X, Huang L, Cao J, Zhang J, Gu Y, Fan M, Chen Y Abstract BACKGROUND: The prognostic value of surgery and postoperative radiotherapy (PORT) for primary thymic neuroendocrine tumors...
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A successful multidisciplinary approach for treatment and for preserving the reproductive potential in a rare case of acute lymphocytic leukemia during pregnancy.
Related ArticlesA successful multidisciplinary approach for treatment and for preserving the reproductive potential in a rare case of acute lymphocytic leukemia during pregnancy. Gynecol Endocrinol. 2019 Feb;35(2):115-118 Authors: Salama M, Isachenko E, Ludwig S, Einzmann T, Rahimi G, Mallmann P, Isachenko V Abstract Leukemia in pregnancy is a rare condition with the prevalence of 1 in 75,000-100,000 pregnancies. In this case report, we present a successful...
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Clinicopathological implications of MET exon 14 mutations in non-small cell lung cancer - A systematic review and meta-analysis.
Related ArticlesClinicopathological implications of MET exon 14 mutations in non-small cell lung cancer - A systematic review and meta-analysis. Lung Cancer. 2018 09;123:76-82 Authors: Vuong HG, Ho ATN, Altibi AMA, Nakazawa T, Katoh R, Kondo T Abstract MET exon 14 mutation is an uncommon genomic alteration in non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). This meta-analysis aimed at investigating the clinicopathological and prognostic features of NSCLCs with MET...
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Medullary Breast Carcinoma, a Triple-Negative Breast Cancer Associated with BCLG Overexpression.
Related ArticlesMedullary Breast Carcinoma, a Triple-Negative Breast Cancer Associated with BCLG Overexpression. Am J Pathol. 2018 10;188(10):2378-2391 Authors: Romero P, Benhamo V, Deniziaut G, Fuhrmann L, Berger F, Manié E, Bhalshankar J, Vacher S, Laurent C, Marangoni E, Gruel N, MacGrogan G, Rouzier R, Delattre O, Popova T, Reyal F, Stern MH, Stoppa-Lyonnet D, Marchiò C, Bièche I, Vincent-Salomon A Abstract Medullary breast carcinoma (MBC) is a...
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Case of Wells' syndrome: A rare association with the clinical course of chronic lymphocytic leukemia.
Related ArticlesCase of Wells' syndrome: A rare association with the clinical course of chronic lymphocytic leukemia. J Dermatol. 2019 Feb;46(2):e57-e59 Authors: Omigawa C, Namiki T, Ueno M, Ugajin T, Miura K, Yokozeki H PMID: 30063068 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE]
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[Primary meningioma of the optical nerve sheet in infancy as initial presentation of neurofibromatosis type 2].
Related Articles[Primary meningioma of the optical nerve sheet in infancy as initial presentation of neurofibromatosis type 2]. Pathologe. 2019 Mar;40(2):179-184 Authors: Theurer S, Biewald E, Kuchelmeister K, Temming P, Kuechler A, Oeffner F, Bornfeld N, Sirin S, Schmid KW, Metz K Abstract Intraorbital meningiomas are rare tumors, making up less than 4% of all intraorbital tumors. Intraorbital meningiomas of childhood are curiosities with only few...
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Correlation between tumor growth and hormonal therapy with MR signal characteristics of desmoid-type fibromatosis: A preliminary study.
Related ArticlesCorrelation between tumor growth and hormonal therapy with MR signal characteristics of desmoid-type fibromatosis: A preliminary study. Diagn Interv Imaging. 2019 Jan;100(1):47-55 Authors: Gondim Teixeira PA, Chanson A, Verhaeghe JL, Lecocq S, Louis M, Hossu G, Blum A Abstract PURPOSE: To evaluate the impact of hormonal therapy on MRI characteristics of desmoid-type fibromatosis on T1-weighted, T2-weighted fat-saturated and post-contrast...
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Left atrial rhabdomyosarcoma diagnosed by Emergency Department point-of-care echocardiography.
Related ArticlesLeft atrial rhabdomyosarcoma diagnosed by Emergency Department point-of-care echocardiography. Am J Emerg Med. 2018 10;36(10):1923.e5-1923.e7 Authors: Leonard M, Secko M, Valenzuela R, Reardon L Abstract BACKGROUND: We present a case of intracardiac rhabdomyosarcoma associated with cardiopulmonary instability which was diagnosed by emergency providers using point-of-care echocardiography. CASE REPORT: A previously healthy 49-year-old...
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[Neuroendocrine prostate cancer].
Related Articles[Neuroendocrine prostate cancer]. Pathologe. 2018 Jul;39(4):333-343 Authors: Tritschler S, Erdelkamp R, Stief C, Hentrich M Abstract Neuroendocrine prostate cancer (NEPC) mostly occurs as a treatment-emergent adaptive response under the pressure of intensive androgen deprivation treatment (t-NEPC). Approximately 30-40% of patients with metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer (mCRPC) also have neuroendocrine involvement. In contrast...
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Durable clinical remission of a skull metastasis under intralesional Viscum album extract therapy: Case report.
Related ArticlesDurable clinical remission of a skull metastasis under intralesional Viscum album extract therapy: Case report. Head Neck. 2018 07;40(7):E77-E81 Authors: Werthmann PG, Huber R, Kienle GS Abstract BACKGROUND: Skull metastases are rare, they can eventually cause pain, and can invade the brain. Viscum album extracts (VAEs) are used as an adjuvant treatment in cancer. METHODS AND RESULTS: A 68-year-old patient with rectal cancer...
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Intracranial glioependymal (neuroglial) cysts: a systematic review.
Related ArticlesIntracranial glioependymal (neuroglial) cysts: a systematic review. Acta Neurochir (Wien). 2018 07;160(7):1439-1449 Authors: Robles LA, Paez JM, Ayala D, Boleaga-Duran B Abstract BACKGROUND: Glioependymal cysts (GECs) are benign intracranial cysts that have been rarely reported in the literature. The exact pathogenesis of these developmental anomalies is controversial. Moreover, the terminology used to name GECs and other intracranial...
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Pigmented mammary Paget's disease without underlying carcinoma.
Related ArticlesPigmented mammary Paget's disease without underlying carcinoma. J Dermatol. 2018 Nov;45(11):e321-e322 Authors: Shiomi T, Ogata D, Iwata M, Arai E, Tsuchida T PMID: 29797528 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE]
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Primary intestinal-type adenocarcinoma of the oral tongue: Case report and review of histologic origin and oncologic management.
Related ArticlesPrimary intestinal-type adenocarcinoma of the oral tongue: Case report and review of histologic origin and oncologic management. Head Neck. 2018 07;40(7):E68-E72 Authors: Berg J, Manosalva RE, Coughlin A, Su YB, Huang TS, Gentry J Abstract BACKGROUND: Primary intestinal-type adenocarcinoma (ITAC) of the oral tongue is an extremely uncommon malignancy with only 3 cases reported in the literature. This high-grade malignancy originates...
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FGFR1 actionable mutations, molecular specificities, and outcome of adult midline gliomas.
Related ArticlesFGFR1 actionable mutations, molecular specificities, and outcome of adult midline gliomas. Neurology. 2018 06 05;90(23):e2086-e2094 Authors: Picca A, Berzero G, Bielle F, Touat M, Savatovsky J, Polivka M, Trisolini E, Meunier S, Schmitt Y, Idbaih A, Hoang-Xuan K, Delattre JY, Mokhtari K, Di Stefano AL, Sanson M Abstract OBJECTIVE: To characterize the prevalence and prognostic significance of major driver molecular alterations in adult...
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Ovarian dysgerminoma in pregnancy: A case report and literature review.
Related ArticlesOvarian dysgerminoma in pregnancy: A case report and literature review. Cancer Biol Ther. 2018 08 03;19(8):649-658 Authors: Chen Y, Luo Y, Han C, Tian W, Yang W, Wang Y, Xue F Abstract BACKGROUND: Dysgerminoma is an uncommon malignant tumor arising from the germ cells of the ovary. Its association with pregnancy is extremely rare; the incidence is about 0.2-1 per 100,000 pregnancies. Because of its infrequency, there are few recommendations...
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Surgical approach for suprasellar hemangioblastomas preserving the pituitary stalk: Review of the literature and report of a further case.
Related ArticlesSurgical approach for suprasellar hemangioblastomas preserving the pituitary stalk: Review of the literature and report of a further case. Clin Neurol Neurosurg. 2018 05;168:147-152 Authors: Alshafai N, Maduri R, Shail M, Chirchiglia D, Meyronet D, Signorelli F Abstract Hemangioblastomas (HBLs) are challenging vascular tumours with rare suprasellar location Surgery is recommended in patients with visual impairment, endocrine disorders...
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Segmental neurofibromatosis type 1 complicated with multiple intracranial arteriovenous fistulas: A case study.
Related ArticlesSegmental neurofibromatosis type 1 complicated with multiple intracranial arteriovenous fistulas: A case study. Clin Neurol Neurosurg. 2018 05;168:108-111 Authors: He D, Li Y, Yu Y, Cai G, Ouyang F, Lin Y, Lu H, Chu L Abstract Neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1) is a rare autosomal dominant disorder that primarily affects the skin and the nervous system. This condition is called segmental NF1 (also called neurofibromatosis type V) when clinical...
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Prognostic importance of solid variant papillary thyroid carcinoma: A systematic review and meta-analysis.
Related ArticlesPrognostic importance of solid variant papillary thyroid carcinoma: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Head Neck. 2018 07;40(7):1588-1597 Authors: Vuong HG, Odate T, Duong UNP, Mochizuki K, Nakazawa T, Katoh R, Kondo T Abstract BACKGROUND: Solid variant papillary thyroid carcinoma (SVPTC) is a rare variant of papillary thyroid cancer (PTC) and its prognostic value is still unclear. The purpose of this systematic clinical review and...
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Metachronous Spontaneous Remission of Melanoma Lung Metastasis and Mediastinal Lymph Node Metastases.
Related ArticlesMetachronous Spontaneous Remission of Melanoma Lung Metastasis and Mediastinal Lymph Node Metastases. Oncol Res Treat. 2018;41(3):135-138 Authors: Kappauf H, Esser G Abstract BACKGROUND: Spontaneous remissions are rare but valid events in malignancies and in the past have led to the development of mainstay oncologic therapies. CASE REPORT: We present a rare case of spontaneous regression of a solitary pulmonary melanoma metastasis...
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Liver Cirrhosis and/or Hepatocellular Carcinoma Occurring Late After the Fontan Procedure - A Nationwide Survey in Japan.
Related ArticlesLiver Cirrhosis and/or Hepatocellular Carcinoma Occurring Late After the Fontan Procedure - A Nationwide Survey in Japan. Circ J. 2018 03 23;82(4):1155-1160 Authors: Kuwabara M, Niwa K, Toyoda T, Shirai T, Tateno S, Ohuchi H, Tanaka Y, Ichida F, Fujisawa T, Akagi T, Mori Y, Research Committee of the Japanese Society of Pediatric Cardiology and Cardiac Surgery Abstract BACKGROUND: Fontan-associated liver disease (FALD) is an important...
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Treatment of Metastatic Spindle Epithelial Tumor with Thymus-Like Differentiation (SETTLE) - Long-Term Disease Control by Multimodal Therapy.
Related ArticlesTreatment of Metastatic Spindle Epithelial Tumor with Thymus-Like Differentiation (SETTLE) - Long-Term Disease Control by Multimodal Therapy. Oncol Res Treat. 2018;41(1-2):58-60 Authors: Quidde J, Alsdorf WH, von Amsberg G, Wilczak W, Bokemeyer C Abstract BACKGROUND: Spindle epithelial tumor with thymus-like differentiation (SETTLE) is a very rare tumor that occurs mainly in pediatric patients and young adults. Only few of these patients...
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Lung Metastasis From Fibrosarcomatous Dermatofibrosarcoma Protuberans of the Vulva: A Rare Case Report.
Related ArticlesLung Metastasis From Fibrosarcomatous Dermatofibrosarcoma Protuberans of the Vulva: A Rare Case Report. J Low Genit Tract Dis. 2018 Jan;22(1):85-87 Authors: Vathiotis IA, Psichogiou E, Syrigos KN, Kotteas EA PMID: 29271862 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE]
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Extrauterine, Extragenital Endometrial Stromal Sarcoma in the Absence of Endometriosis: A Rare Entity.
Related ArticlesExtrauterine, Extragenital Endometrial Stromal Sarcoma in the Absence of Endometriosis: A Rare Entity. Int J Gynecol Pathol. 2019 Jan;38(1):76-77 Authors: Shukla PS, Schwartz C PMID: 29210799 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE]
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Pulmonary actinomycosis masquerading as lung cancer: A case report.
Related ArticlesPulmonary actinomycosis masquerading as lung cancer: A case report. Med J Malaysia. 2017 08;72(4):246-247 Authors: Boo YL, How KN, Pereira DS, Chin PW, Foong KK, Lim SY Abstract Pulmonary actinomycosis is a rare yet important and challenging diagnosis to make. It is commonly confused with other lung diseases, such as tuberculosis and bronchogenic carcinoma, leading to delay diagnosis or misdiagnosis. A 49-year-old man presented with a...
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Choroidal metastases as the initial presentation of lung cancer: A rare scenario.
Related ArticlesChoroidal metastases as the initial presentation of lung cancer: A rare scenario. Niger J Clin Pract. 2017 07;20(7):905-909 Authors: Shamim S, Vidya S, Kabir S, Ghosh B Abstract Clinical reports of symptomatic intraocular metastasis as the initial presentation of lung cancer are rare. We report the case of a 49-year-old female patient who presented with loss of vision due to choroidal metastases as the initial manifestation of her disseminated...
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Unusual presenting manifestation of a rare polyposis, Cowden syndrome.
Related ArticlesUnusual presenting manifestation of a rare polyposis, Cowden syndrome. Gastroenterol Hepatol. 2018 May;41(5):315-317 Authors: Adán Merino L, Aldeguer Martínez M, Álvarez Rodríguez F, Barceló López M, Plaza Santos R, Valentín Gómez F PMID: 28716492 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE]
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Benign ependymoma with extensive intracranial and spinal cerebrospinal fluid dissemination: case report and literature review.
Related ArticlesBenign ependymoma with extensive intracranial and spinal cerebrospinal fluid dissemination: case report and literature review. Br J Neurosurg. 2019 Jun;33(3):290-293 Authors: Zhu F, Ding J, Li Y, Mao D, He X, Chen W, Lou L, Ding Z Abstract Myxopapillary ependymoma (MPE) is a rare variant of ependymoma that is most commonly located in the cauda equina and filum terminale. We present a case of 23-year-old man diagnosed with MPE in the...
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Cystic dilation of a ventriculus terminalis. Case report and review of the literature.
Related ArticlesCystic dilation of a ventriculus terminalis. Case report and review of the literature. Br J Neurosurg. 2019 Jun;33(3):294-298 Authors: Zeinali M, Safari H, Rasras S, Bahrami R, Arjipour M, Ostadrahimi N Abstract The ventriculus terminalis (VT) is a small ependyma-lined cavity within the conus medullaris that is in direct continuity with the central canal of the spinal cord. Cystic dilatation of the ventriculus terminalis on its own is...
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Gastric conduit revision postesophagectomy: Management for a rare complication.
Related ArticlesGastric conduit revision postesophagectomy: Management for a rare complication. J Thorac Cardiovasc Surg. 2017 10;154(4):1450-1458 Authors: Rove JY, Krupnick AS, Baciewicz FA, Meyers BF Abstract OBJECTIVE: Severe postesophagectomy gastric conduit dysfunction refractory to standard endoscopic intervention is rare, with few published reports discussing timing, technique, or results of reoperation. This case series examines assessment and...
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Follicular thyroid cancer with sternal metastasis - challenges and outcomes.
Related ArticlesFollicular thyroid cancer with sternal metastasis - challenges and outcomes. Med J Malaysia. 2017 02;72(1):80-82 Authors: Syazni MA, Gendeh HS, Kosai NR, Ramzisham AR, Gendeh BS, Basiron NH, Imran FH Abstract Sternal metastasis from differentiated thyroid carcinoma (DTC) is rare and presents a conundrum for surgeons. We present a lady diagnosed with follicular thyroid carcinoma and sternal metastasis who underwent thyroidectomy, sternectomy...
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Large adrenal leiomyoma presented as adrenal incidentaloma in an AIDS patient: A rare entity.
Related ArticlesLarge adrenal leiomyoma presented as adrenal incidentaloma in an AIDS patient: A rare entity. Med J Malaysia. 2017 02;72(1):65-67 Authors: Huei TJ, Lip HT, Rahman MS, Sarojah A Abstract The literature on adrenal gland tumour in HIV-infected patients is scarce. We report a 46-year-old Malay man with HIV and Hepatitis C infection presenting with a large nonfunctioning adrenal tumour. Computed tomography showed a large right adrenal tumour...
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A rare case of large sphenoethmoidal osteoma.
Related ArticlesA rare case of large sphenoethmoidal osteoma. Med J Malaysia. 2017 02;72(1):60-61 Authors: Nazli Z, Abdul Fattah AW Abstract Osteoma is the most common benign tumour of the nose and paranasal sinuses. However, involvement of the sphenoid sinus by osteoma is rare. Most of the time, patients with paranasal sinus osteoma are asymptomatic. However, symptoms may present, depending on the location and extension of the tumour. We report a case...
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Inferior vena cava and intra-cardiac invasion of hepatocellular carcinoma: a rare but catastrophic complication.
Related ArticlesInferior vena cava and intra-cardiac invasion of hepatocellular carcinoma: a rare but catastrophic complication. Med J Malaysia. 2017 02;72(1):58-59 Authors: Peter CA, Anand Swaroop U, Wong BS Abstract Intra-cardiac extension of hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) is an uncommon but serious condition related to poor prognosis. We report a 57-year-old male diagnosed with HCC with intra-cardiac extension into the right atrium at presentation....
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