Background: The diagnosis of breast cancer necessitates a multifaceted approach integrating cytopathological and radiological assessments. The International Academy of Cytology (IAC) Yokohama system and Breast Imaging Reporting and Data System (BI-RADS) are fundamental frameworks in this context. This study aims to evaluate the diagnostic potential of a combined Yokohama-BI-RADS scoring system for breast lesions.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFIntroduction And Importance: Adenosquamous carcinoma (ASC) of the colon is a rare malignancy, representing approximately 0.06 % of colorectal cancers (CRC). It is characterized by the coexistence of adenocarcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma components.
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September 2024
A 39-year-old man with past medical history of type A aortic dissection presented to the emergency department with hematemesis, hypotension, and tachycardia. Imaging revealed an aortoesophageal fistula. The patient was taken emergently for thoracic endovascular aortic repair to cover the area of potential fistula.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFPurpose: Breast cancer subtypes are delineated by human epidermal growth factor receptor 2 (HER2) expression, pivotal in treatment selection. HER2-positive tumors typically respond to targeted therapies, whereas HER2-negative tumors lack HER2 overexpression. However, a subset exhibits low HER2 expression without amplification, termed HER2 low breast cancer.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFPurpose: Endometrial cancer (EC) ranks as one of the most prevalent gynecological malignancies globally. The presence and role of stromal tumor-infiltrating lymphocytes (TILs) in the tumor microenvironment have garnered interest due to their prognostic and therapeutic potential. This study aimed to evaluate the association between stromal TILs and various clinicopathological parameters in EC.
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