Publications by authors named "Neeket Patel"
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- A case of uveal effusion syndrome was reported in a 56-year-old woman with angle closure glaucoma following a primary COVID-19 infection.
- Imaging showed bilateral uveal effusions and choroidal thickening, which led to specific treatments including iridotomies and oral steroids.
- This case highlights the importance of recognizing uveal effusion syndrome as a potential complication of COVID-19 infection, aiding in future diagnosis and management.
The cell of origin of colon cancer is typically thought to be the resident somatic stem cells, which are immortal and escape the continual cellular turnover characteristic of the intestinal epithelium. However, recent studies have identified certain conditions in which differentiated cells can acquire stem-like properties and give rise to tumors. Defining the origins of tumors will inform cancer prevention efforts as well as cancer therapies, as cancers with distinct origins often respond differently to treatments.
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