Merkel Cell Carcinoma: A Case Of Metastasis to the Tonsils Overview Tonsillar metastases of Merkel cell carcinoma (MCC) are very rare. There are as few as five documented and published cases. In this report, we present a case of palatine tonsillar Merkel cell carcinoma metastases in a patient who did not show
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Maternal Migraines And Associated Pediatric Cancers
Maternal Migraines And Associated Pediatric Cancers Overview Maternal migraines are seen to be associated with unfavorable birth outcomes such as congenital malformations in babies, preterm births and infant low birth weight. It has been hypothesized that these unfavorable or adverse birth outcomes may be due to the intake of certain medications during
Pediatric Neuroblastoma Diagnosis Using Urinary Catecholamine Metabolites
Pediatric Neuroblastoma Diagnosis Using Urinary Catecholamine Metabolites Overview Urinary catecholamine metabolite analysis is a valuable tool in the diagnosis of neuroblastoma. There is currently no agreement with regard to the method of sampling and variable catecholamine metabolite combinations being utilized. In this study, we assessed the reliability of spot urine samples in
Melanoma Diagnosis Without Biopsy
Melanoma Diagnosis Without Biopsy Overview Alternatives to photographic surveillance in the diagnosis of melanoma are increasingly used in dermatology practice. Traditional surveillance is done in place of photographic surveillance in the diagnosis of melanoma. This retrospective study featured melanomas which were diagnosed by three different dermatologists who have had private practice of over
The Impact Of Long-term Opioid Treatment On Endocrine Parameters
The Impact Of Long-term Opioid Treatment On Endocrine Parameters The injudicious use of opioids has always been a significant concern for health practitioners. It is due to the propensity of users to develop a dependence on these medications and the debilitating adverse effects associated with extended use of opioids. New research
How Clinical Calculators Revolutionize Patient Care: A Game-Changer in Healthcare
Patient Education This article is tailored for patients. Refer your patients to this article for them to learn more about their condition. How Clinical Calculators Revolutionize Patient Care: A Game-Changer in Healthcare Clinical calculators have become an essential tool in modern healthcare. These calculators are used to perform complex calculations that can
Skeletal Muscle Index And Ovarian Cancer Prognosis: A Meta-Analysis
Skeletal Muscle Index And Ovarian Cancer Prognosis: A Meta-Analysis Overview In this study, a meta-analysis was carried out to determine the correlation between low skeletal muscle index (SMI) and the clinicopathological features and prognosis of patients with ovarian cancer. Advances in the ability to predict the overall survival rate and prognosis of ovarian
Pediatric Oncology: Diagnosis And Prognosis Communication
Pediatric Oncology: Diagnosis And Prognosis Communication Overview When a child is diagnosed with cancer, it is an incredibly difficult situation for everyone in the family, and the parents especially have a hard time understanding the complicated details of the diagnosis and outcome. They usually want doctors to be honest and transparent, though
Carfilzomib Therapy in Pediatric Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia
Carfilzomib Therapy in Pediatric Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia Overview In this study, the safety and tolerability of a combination of carfilzomib and vincristine, dexamethasone, asparaginase, and daunorubicin (VXLD) were assessed in children with relapsed and/or refractory acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL). ALL is the most common cancer diagnosed in childhood and survival for patients
Medullary Thyroid Cancer and Vocal Cord Paralysis
Medullary Thyroid Cancer and vocal cord paralysis Overview Medullary thyroid cancer (MTC) is a rare form of thyroid cancer that affects only 3-5% of all thyroid cancer cases in the United States. While the prognosis for MTC is generally good, there is a chance of vocal cord paralysis (VCP) due to the
