Tumor cells of acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) may have various genetic abnormalities. Some of them lead to a complete loss of certain genes. Our aim was to reveal biallelic deletions of genes in Ph-negative T-ALL.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFAim of the study to summarize the current information on diagnostic and treatment options for uterovesical fistula as a consequence of iatrogenic complication. Methods: Literature review of available information on surgical treatment options for uterovesical fistula resulting from previous caesarean section and comparison with our own experience in the developing world. Conclusion: Uterovesical fistula is an abnormal communication between the bladder and uterus.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFThe landscape of chromosomal aberrations in the tumor cells of the patients with B-ALL is diverse and can influence the outcome of the disease. Molecular karyotyping at the onset of the disease using chromosomal microarray (CMA) is advisable to identify additional molecular factors associated with the prognosis of the disease. Molecular karyotyping data for 36 patients with Ph-negative B-ALL who received therapy according to the ALL-2016 protocol are presented.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFContext: Ovarian carcinoma is a malignancy with the highest mortality among gynecological cancers. Mutations in BRCA1/2 genes are believed to be a favorable prognostic factor and that, in general, the biological behavior of ovarian cancer in BRCA-positive individuals differs from others. However, some clinically relevant issues (i.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFAnti-Müllerian hormone (AMH) is a protein produced already in human fetus. It has an essential role in the differentiation of the reproductive tract, regulation of the ovaries and testes. The determination of serum AMH levels is used in clinical practice.
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