Publications by authors named "M O Ponton"

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  • Osteosarcomas of the ribs are rarely seen but can lead to serious lung issues due to metastasis, and there isn't a clear treatment plan established.
  • The best treatment approach involves removing the tumor completely with sufficient margins and may require rebuilding the chest wall.
  • A specific case is shared where successful treatment involved extensive surgery and innovative reconstruction techniques, underscoring the importance of early intervention for effective management.
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Background: Accurate variant classification and relaying reclassified results to patients is critical for hereditary cancer care delivery. Over a 5- to 10-year period, 6%-15% of variants undergo reclassification. As the frequency of reclassifications increases, the issue of whether, how, when, and which providers should recontact patients becomes important but remains contentious.

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Ectopic thymoma is a rare tumor that arises from the abnormal migration of thymus tissue. They are extremely rare and have a broad spectrum of clinical symptoms. Therefore, preoperative diagnosis is complex and can be easily misdiagnosed.

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Background: Esophageal duplication cysts are rare congenital tumors usually diagnosed and treated during childhood. Most of them are located in the mediastinum and appear as a mass besides the esophagus. Unfortunately, symptoms are non-specific and depend on the size and location of the mass; therefore, they can easily be missed.

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Background: The US has seen an increase in the popularity of highly concentrated forms of cannabis (hereafter concentrates) and too little is known about the potential risks associated with their use.

Objectives: The present study aims to better understand the patterns and outcomes of concentrates use through the perspectives of young adult users.

Methods: Participants (N = 234, 27.

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