Publications by authors named "Tania Gago"

Carcinoid tumors are rare neoplasms, most frequently found in the gastrointestinal tract, responsible for the production of neuroendocrine mediators. Carcinoid syndrome is even rarer and consists of a set of symptoms characteristic of the release of these mediators into the systemic circulation. We present an interesting case of a patient with carcinoid syndrome as a late manifestation of a gastric neuroendocrine tumor with, highlighting the importance of knowing how to identify the carcinoid syndrome.

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Anorectal melanoma is a rare malignant tumor with the potential of simulating a benign anorectal disease, making its diagnosis difficult. We describe a case of anorectal melanoma, in which the interpretation of symptoms as hemorrhoidal disease delayed diagnosis and appropriate intervention.

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Esophagitis dissecans superficialis is an extremely rare benign illness. Although an association with medications, skin conditions, heavy smoking, and physical trauma has been reported, most cases remain unexplained. We present a previously healthy 42-year-old woman found to have EDS secondary to trauma.

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Background And Aim: carcinoembryonic antigen (CEA) is a biomarker commonly used in colorectal cancer. However, its prognostic value is still controversial. Recent studies demonstrate that CEA produced locally by tumor cells has a higher prognostic value compared to serum CEA.

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  • * The study found a positive correlation between SQoL and health-related quality of life (HRQoL), and a negative correlation with depression symptoms, indicating that better overall health and less depression improve SQoL.
  • * For men, factors like age and marital status, along with depression, predicted SQoL, while for women, depression was the sole predictor, highlighting emotional issues as major concerns for IBD patients regarding their sexual health.
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