Association of HLA-A, B, and C alleles and cancer susceptibility in 179 solid malignancies.

Background: The major histocompatibility complex (MHC) genes are known to be capable of influencing the susceptibility of many cancers. All mammalian cells, including cancer cells, express MHC class I molecules consisting of human leukocyte antigens (HLA) A, B, and C. The tumor susceptibility of HLA-A, B, and C alleles has not been studied extensively in solid tumors.

Gastric Desmoid Fibromatosis - Report of a Rare Mimic of Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor.

Desmoid fibromatosis (DF) involving the gastrointestinal tract is extremely rare. Its intramural location and occasional expansile growth pattern within the bowel wall may mimic a gastrointestinal stromal tumor (GIST). Due to the different disease behaviors and management, it is important to make a correct diagnosis before further treatment.

Talaromycosis in a Patient on Nintedanib for Interstitial Lung Disease.

Talaromycosis is a fungal infection caused by sp. that is predominantly prevalent in patients with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome in the United States. It is also rarely seen in other individuals who are otherwise immunosuppressed.

Secondary Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura in Renal Cell Cancer: A Paraneoplastic Syndrome.

Secondary immune thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP) as a paraneoplastic syndrome has been reported in literature. It is commonly associated with chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) and hodgkins lymphoma. Its association with solid malignancies, especially renal cell cancer is rare, with only a few documented case reports.