Cancer staging

Use of Whipple Pancreaticoduodenectomy in a 54-Year-Old Male with Pancreatic Cancer Alex McColloster UNTHSC TEXAS COLLEGE OF OSTEOPATHIC MEDICINE CASE REPORT SURGERY CORE CLINICAL CLERKSHIP Introduction Pancreatic cancer remains a highly lethal malignancy due to its clinically silent nature. Patients most often present with jaundice due to compression of the common bile duct, pain that develops insidiously and weight loss. Treatment is accomplished surgically;…

My Leadership SMART Goal Lung cancer is one of the leading causes of cancer death worldwide. Timely diagnosis is essential in “improving the chance of cure or prolonged disease-free survival” (McPhillips et al., 2015, p. 21). When a patient receives a diagnosis of lung cancer, they are overwhelmed with grief, shock, and fear. They are bombarded with information regarding their various treatment options, physician referrals, testing and plan of care. As the new Oncology Lung Navigator, this…

The Myths and Facts of Prostate Cancer Today Cancer is one disease that is dreaded by all. The word itself instils the feeling of no return. The media, the general public all have been fascinated with the causes and the prevention aspects related to cancer. One fortnight of excessive coffee, junk food or tea may instil the fear of prostate cancer in men. Prostate Cancer is one of the most prevalent cancers affecting men in India. 1 in 6 men are said to suffer from some prostate complication in…

Introduction: Cancer is defined by abnormal cell division without control. Colorectal cancer may be develop in the tissues of the colon and/or the tissues of the rectum (PubMed Health, 2015). Colon and rectal cancers arise because of changes that occur in specific genes and it has been notices that these genes play an important role to the cell cycle, angiogenesis and other mechanisms that take part in the growth of cells (Swan, 2005). Colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer worldwide…

High-energy x-rays, gamma rays and charged particles are used to damage the DNA of cancer cells in an attempt to destroy the tumor and stop the cancer cells from growing out of control. Radiation can damage the DNA directly or indirectly as its application creates free radicals within the cells. Interactions involving cell killing in the realm of photon radiation therapy are mostly due to indirect damage. Free radicals are molecules with unpaired electrons, leading them to be unstable and react…

There is one word that frightens the entire world: cancer. Whenever we hear this word, we automatically think of death. This disease can spring upon anyone at any time. We can see signs for awareness everywhere we look, for example, posters, tv, and magazines tell us about tests and screenings that could diminish our problem. One major sign we see is the pink ribbon symbolizing breast cancer awareness. Graphic M Design, a graphic design company, recreated this image for many websites; for…

In the month of ‘’ September is childhood cancer awareness month’’. Alexis Lemonade Foundation. In the U.S over 15,780 children under the age 21 are diagnosed with cancer each year, ¼ of them will not survive. When a family finds out their child has cancer it’s heartbreaking. Childhood cancer awareness month is to put a light on the types of cancer that affects the children. During the month of September is when we raise money for their families. May 23, 2008 senator Hillary Clinton and senator…

Lung Cancer is a common disease which affects millions of people each year. Lung cancer begins when cells in the lung change and grow uncontrollably, forming a mass called a tumor, a lesion, or a nodule (Cancer.Net 1). Lung Cancer is the leading cause of death among cancers, and the second most diagnosed cancer in both men and women. Cigarette smoking is the number one cause of lung cancer. Lung Cancer also can be caused by types of tobacco, pipes, or cigars and being exposed to substances such…

Lung Cancer Lung cancer is a malignant neoplasm of the lung tissue characterized by an uncontrolled cell proliferation. It is also referred to as carcinoma of the lung. This neoplasm arises from epithelia of the lungs, bronchi and trachea. Lung cancers can be of epithelial cell origin (carcinoma) or mesothelial cell origin (malignant mesothelioma). Lung cancer begins with inactivation of tumor suppressor genes or with activation of oncogenes. Carcinogens bring about mutation in the genes that…

It is a valuable resource in the management of lung cancer patients. By improving the efficacy of lung cancer screening and staging, it allows the medical staff to accurately diagnose and treat cancer earlier; thereby providing a brighter outlook for patients and their families by improving quality of care. However it is unclear whether negative results remove the need for biopsy…