Programmed Death Ligand 1: Unveiling its Impact on Endometrial Carcinogenesis.

Endometrial cancer is a commonly diagnosed gynecological malignancy presenting an increasing incidence worldwide. The immune response plays a crucial role in the mechanisms underlying carcinogenesis and the progression of tumors. In recent times, there has been a discernible surge in the acknowledgment of the importance of programmed death ligand 1 (PDL1) in evading the immunological response of the host and promoting the growth of malignancies.

Application of J-Plasma in the excision of diaphragmatic lesions as part of complete cytoreduction in patients with advanced ovarian cancer.

For the resection of diaphragmatic disease in patients with advanced ovarian cancer (OC), a plethora of ablative methods have been utilized. The present study aimed to present preliminary data on the use of J-Plasma in OC with diaphragmatic involvement via a retrospective review of patients who had diaphragmatic stripping with of J-Plasma from January 2016 to September 2020. A total of 12 patients (median age, 65 years) were analyzed.

Surgery for ureteral repair after gynaecological procedures: a single tertiary centre experience.

Purpose: This study evaluates the frequency of ureteral repair and its management in patients with a history of gynaecologic surgery.

Materials And Methods: After retrospective review of the medical records of all major gynaecologic operations performed over a six-year period (2004-2010), 17 cases of ureteral repair were identified. The indication and the type of gynaecological surgery, the anatomic site, the indication, the type of ureteral repair and the associated morbidity were analyzed.

Primary retroperitoneal echinococcal cyst.

A 74-year-old man was admitted with right flank pain and discomfort lasting for 2 months. CT scanning revealed a large retroperitoneal cystic mass. There were no cysts elsewhere.