Epithelial-Myoepithelial Carcinoma: Insights From a Case Report.

Epithelial-myoepithelial carcinoma (EMC) is an uncommon malignancy that usually originates in the salivary glands. Its occurrence in the maxillary sinus is rare. We present a case of a 68-year-old male patient who has been experiencing swelling in the upper right back region of the jaw for the past three months.

Nanoscale Imaging of Palladium-Enhanced Photocatalytic Reduction of 4-Nitrothiophenol on Tungsten Disulfide Nanoplates.

Two-dimensional (2D) dichalcogenides are modern nanomaterials with unique physical and chemical properties. These materials possess band gaps in the infrared and visible regions of the electromagnetic spectrum that can be tuned by their molecular composition. Excitons generated as a result of such light-matter interactions are capable of catalyzing chemical reactions in molecular analytes present on the dichalcogenide surfaces.

Protocol for correlation of histological risk assessment/scoring system with a depth of invasion in oral squamous cell carcinoma.

Introduction: The commonest type of cancer in the head and neck region is oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC) due to its high rates of occurrence and mortality. The early diagnosis of oral cancer gives better prognosis. Brandwein-Gensler criteria predict the early stage of OSCC cases with a high risk of locoregional recurrence.

Ameloblastoma With the Hybrid Desmoplastic and Plexiform Pattern: A Case Report.

Ameloblastoma is an epithelial odontogenic tumor with a benign nature and demonstrates local aggressiveness. It frequently occurs between the third and fifth decades of life, showing significant gender predilection. While typically displaying a benign growth pattern, it tends to invade and sporadically metastasize locally.

Assessment of Bone Invasion and Its Correlation With Brandwein-Gensler Criteria in Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma.

Background The most prevalent form of head-neck cancer is squamous cell carcinoma (SCC). Apart from all sites like the tongue, labial mucosa, and buccal mucosa, the prevalence of oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC) is more common in gingivobuccal sulcus due to the habit of keeping tobacco quid. With regards to anatomical relationships in the mouth and proximity to bone, OSCC invades the maxilla and mandible.

Unusual Presentation of Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma of the Tongue: A Case Report and Review of the Literature.

Adenoid cystic carcinoma (ACC) is a rare malignant tumor that affects the salivary glands. Its notable characteristics include aggressive local growth, infiltration of nerves (perineural invasion), a propensity to disseminate to other parts of the body (metastasize), and a high likelihood of recurrence. Here, we present the case of a 71-year-old male patient who presented with swelling on the posterior left side of his tongue, which had been causing him difficulty in chewing for the past six months.

Correlation of Clinical and Pathological TNM Staging With Histopathological Grading in Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma.

Background Oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC) is the most common type of head-neck cancer. The staging and grading of OSCC play an important role in disease management. Accurate staging helps in patient counseling, treatment planning, and prognostication in head-neck SCC.

Peripheral Odontogenic Fibroma: A Report of a Rare Case and Review of Literature.

Peripheral odontogenic fibroma (POF) is described as a relatively rare, benign, extraosseous odontogenic tumor derived from odontogenic ectomesenchyme. It is characterized by a mature fibrous stroma with embedded inactive resting islands of odontogenic epithelium. In the category of peripheral/extraosseous neoplasms, odontogenic fibroma (OF) is one of the most prevalent tumors.

Case Report: Basaloid Squamous Cell Carcinoma of the Tongue: A Case Report.

Basaloid squamous cell carcinoma (BSCC) is a rare variant of conventional squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) frequently affecting the upper aerodigestive tract. The hypopharynx, tonsil, supraglottic larynx, tongue (base), and head-neck regions are particularly susceptible to BSCC. Clinically, the presentation of BSCC and conventional SCC is similar, but BSCC has a poorer prognosis.

Cytomorphometric analysis of buccal mucosal cells in iron deficiency anemia: A cross-sectional study.

Background: Worldwide, at any given moment, more individuals have iron deficiency anemia (IDA) than any other health problems. Very few studies have been conducted to evaluate changes in oral mucosa in IDA. The present study is undertaken for cytomorphometric analysis of buccal mucosal cells in IDA.

Correlation of Pattern of Invasion, Stromal Inflammation and Lymphovascular Invasion With Histopathological Grading in Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma: A Retrospective Study.

Introduction: Despite the progress in diagnostics and treatment modalities, the survival rate of oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC) patients has remained unchanged. Early diagnosis of the disease helps in better treatment and prognosis. Identifying clinicopathological and histopathological parameters that help predict disease progression is crucial.

Quantification of Chemotherapy Drug Wastage and Incurred Financial Loss in Paediatric Cancer Care: A Cross-Sectional Study at a Tertiary Care Public Hospital in India.

Aim: The evolving chemotherapy landscape continually introduces effective agents, but escalating costs call for an evaluation of drug wastage and financial consequences to enhance resource utilization. This study seeks to estimate chemotherapy drug wastage and its economic loss in paediatric cancer care.

Methods: In this cross-sectional study of paediatric cancer patients receiving parenteral chemotherapy, we evaluated both the drug used and wasted during each administration.

A Dermoid Cyst of the Head, Neck, and Face Region: A Case Report.

Dermoid cyst (DC), a rare benign tumor of developmental origin that develops from mesoderm and ectoderm, is frequently identified in children. DC refers to three cysts that are histologically related, namely, DC, epidermoid cyst, and teratoma. About 70% of DCs are discovered in children aged five years or younger, with the majority being congenital.

Role of proliferative markers in assessing recurrences in surgical margins of oral squamous cell carcinoma: A systematic review.

The primary goal of this systematic analysis is to determine the predictive significance of proliferative markers in surgical margins of patients with oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC). A thorough literature search was done on databases like MEDLINE/Pub-Med, Cochrane and Scopus libraries for similar studies until December 2022. All the relevant original research studies (retrospective and prospective) published in the literature assessing the predictive value of proliferative markers in surgical margins in OSCC were included.

Quantifying Drug Wastage and Economic Loss of Chemotherapy Drugs at an Adult Oncology Care of a Tertiary Care Public Hospital in India.

Background and objective New drugs have revolutionized cancer care, but their high cost requires cost-effectiveness studies. However, these studies only consider optimal use, neglecting real-world wastage. We aim to assess chemotherapy drug wastage and financial loss in our adult oncology care.

Facile green synthesis and characterization of bark phenolic-selenium nanogel: a biocompatible and green nano-biomaterial for multifaceted biological applications.

Biogenic nanoparticle production is in demand as it is secure, has great promise, and is environmental friendly. This study aimed at green synthesis, characterization, and evaluation of selenium nanoparticles (TA-SeNPs) for their antioxidant, antibacterial, anticancer activities, and their incorporation in gel for biomedical applications. The bio-reduction attributes of the (TA) bark extract were utilized to fabricate selenium nanoparticles.

Tip-enhanced Raman imaging of plasmon-driven dimerization of 4-bromothiophenol on nickel-decorated gold nanoplate bimetallic nanostructures.

We used tip-enhanced Raman spectroscopy (TERS) to examine plasmon-driven dimerization of 4-bromothiophenol (4-BTP) into thiophenol (TP) and 4,4'-biphenyldithiol (4,4'-BPDT) on Au and Ni@AuNPs. TERS revealed that cross-coupling of these molecular reactants into 4,4'-BPDT occurred primarily on Ni nano islands rather than the surrounding Au on the surface of Ni@AuNPs.

Epithelial-myoepithelial carcinoma with multiple recurrences: An unusual presentation.

Epithelial-myoepithelial carcinoma (EMC) is a type of malignant salivary gland tumors that is extremely rare. EMC primarily affects major salivary glands, particularly the parotid gland, but minorsalivary glands are also affected. It contributes less than 0.

Zn-ion Batteries: Charge Storing Mechanism and Development Challenges.

Improving the energy share of renewable energy technologies is the only solution to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and air pollution. The high-performing green battery energy storage technologies are critical for storing energy to address the intermittent nature of renewable energy resources. In recent years, aqueous batteries, particularly Zn-ion batteries (ZIBs), have achieved and shown great potential for stationary energy storage systems owing to their low cost and safer operation.

Tip-Enhanced Raman Imaging of Plasmon-Driven Coupling of 4-Nitrobenzenethiol on Au-Decorated Magnesium Nanostructures.

Magnesium nanoparticles (MgNPs) exhibit localized surface plasmon resonances across the ultraviolet, visible, and near-infrared parts of electromagnetic spectrum and are attracting increasing interest due to their sustainability and biocompatibility. In this study, we used tip-enhanced Raman spectroscopy (TERS) to examine the photocatalytic properties of MgNP protected by a thin native oxide layer and their Au-modified bimetallic analogs produced by partial galvanic replacement, Au-MgNPs. We found no reduction of 4-nitrobenzenethiol (4-NBT) to ,'-dimercaptoazobisbenzene (DMAB) when a Au-coated tip was placed in contact with a self-assembled monolayer of 4-NBT molecules adsorbed on MgNPs alone.

Case Report: Activated B-cell-diffuse large B-cell lymphoma.

Lymphomas of the oral and oropharyngeal regions are rather uncommon, and diagnosis can be challenging and confusing due to the multiple histological subgroups. Lymphomas are the third most common type of tumor in the head and neck region and are brought on by the lymphoreticular system. The two forms of lymphoma are Hodgkin's lymphoma and non-Hodgkin's lymphoma (NHL).

Oral Microflora in the Background of Oral Cancer: A Review.

Oral cancer exhibits a multifactorial etiology. Microorganisms residing within the oral cavity as normal commensals have long been studied in terms of their role in the process of carcinogenesis. Other factors such as tobacco and alcohol consumption have also been implicated in carcinogenesis as the primary risk factors.

Bacillus velezensis (strains A6 & P42) as a potential biocontrol agent against Klebsiella variicola, a new causal agent of soft rot disease in carrot.

Bacterial soft rot is one of the most devastating diseases and a major constraint encountered during carrot farming. Biological agents are the best eco-friendly alternatives to agrochemicals to manage soft rot disease to ensure environmental sustainability. In this study, about eight isolates of bacterial pathogen causing soft rot in carrots were collected from Karnataka, India.

Unicystic Ameloblastoma (UA): A Case Series.

Ameloblastomas are true benign tumors of odontogenic epithelial origin mostly seen in the mandible. After odontoma, it is the second most commonly seen odontogenic neoplasm. Ameloblastomas comprise several clinical, radiological, and histological varieties, making them the most significant odontogenic neoplasm.