A long-term survival offered by resection of solid-pseudopapillary tumor of the pancreas?
March 13, 2008 by admin · Leave a Comment
The article published in volume 14 issue 6 of World Journal of Gastroenterology reports on one patient who presented to Dr Cosimo Sperti of University of Padua, Padova, Italy, in 2001 after an exploratory laparotomy performed in another hospital for an unresectable pancreatic cystic mass that had infiltrated the portal vein. Total pancreatectomy together with resection and reconstruction of portal vein was then successfully performed. Histopathologic examination showed a solid-pseudopapillary tumor of the pancreas infiltrating the layer of the portal vein.
Genetic breakthrough offers promise in tackling kidney tumors
January 10, 2008 by admin · Leave a Comment
A new study has shown promising results in fighting a severe genetic disorder which can create tumours throughout the body.
Advances in genetic knowledge have transformed our understanding of disease in recent years. We now know which genes are linked to a wide variety of conditions. However, so far, very few cures and treatments have developed as a result of this knowledge.
Gold nanoparticle probes may allow earlier cancer detection
December 24, 2007 by admin · Leave a Comment
Using tiny gold particles embedded with dyes, researchers have shown that they can identify tumors under the skin of a living animal. These tools may allow doctors to detect and diagnose cancer earlier and less invasively
Hormone may be new drug target for preventing lymphedema, tumor spread
December 21, 2007 by admin · Leave a Comment
A hormone secreted by cells throughout the body and known to play a role in cardiovascular disease and other cell functions is also critical for proper formation of the lymphatic system in mice, according to research from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine.
DNA methylation shown to promote development of colon tumors
December 1, 2007 by admin · Leave a Comment
Growing understanding of this process is a promising pathway to the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of certain cancers with minimal side effects
Damaged or defective genes have long been known to be the cause of some cancers. Over the past decade, however, scientists have discovered that even healthy genes can be switched on or off and can cause cancer without any changes in the underlying DNA sequencealthough how this happens has remained poorly understood.
Cancer drug works by overactivating cancer gene
November 20, 2007 by admin · Leave a Comment
Melanoma tumors carry enemy within, suggesting new treatment strategy
University of Michigan Comprehensive Cancer Center researchers have discovered that bortezomib, a promising cancer drug, is able to strike a blow against melanoma tumor cells by revving up the action of a cancer-promoting gene.
Remote-control nanoparticles deliver drugs directly into tumors
November 17, 2007 by admin · Leave a Comment
MIT scientists have devised remotely controlled nanoparticles that, when pulsed with an electromagnetic field, release drugs to attack tumors. The innovation, reported in the Nov. 15 online issue of Advanced Materials, could lead to the improved diagnosis and targeted treatment of cancer.
Nanoballs deliver drugs
October 24, 2007 by admin · Leave a Comment
Dutch researcher Cristianne Rijcken has developed a new type of biodegradable nanoparticle. The spherical structures can encapsulate various fat-soluble medicines, which makes it easier to target tumour tissue. These nanoballs are highly promising carriers for the controlled release of anticancer drugs. Rijcken recently gained her doctorate for this research from Utrecht University.
Common Virus May Help Doctors Treat Deadly Brain Tumors
October 22, 2007 by admin · Leave a Comment
A common human virus may prove useful in attacking the deadliest form of brain tumors, according to study conducted by researchers at Duke’s Preston Robert Tisch Brain Tumor Center. The researchers said the finding is an important step in developing a vaccine that can attack the tumors by enlisting the help of the body’s immune system.
Zapping Vocal Tumors
October 22, 2007 by admin · Leave a Comment
Tumors that grow on the vocal cords — whether they’re cancerous or not — are often removed with invasive surgery. Now, a laser that’s been used for years in the dermatology world to treat problems like spider veins is quickly and easily removing tumors on the vocal cords.
