Solid organ transplant patients are at higher risk of skin cancer and require coordinated care, Mayo Clinic researchers find
More than half of all patients who receive solid organ transplants will have an incidence of skin cancer at some point — most often a nonmelanoma cancer, such as basal cell carcinoma or squamous cell carcinoma. This increased risk can be several hundred times higher than in the general population. The increased risk is related to long-term immunosuppressive therapy required for transplanted organ survival, which a ffects the immune system's ability to monitor cells for abnormalities.… (Source: News from Mayo Clinic)
Source: News from Mayo Clinic - December 5, 2022 Category: Databases & Libraries Source Type: news
What is a Dilated Pore of Winer?
Discussion
Dilated pore of Winer (DPW) was first described by Louis H. Winer in 1954 in his article entitled “The Dilated Pore, A Trichepithelioma.”
It is a benign follicular tumor with particular histopathological characteristics. Its’ differential diagnosis includes:
Comedomal acne
Pilar sheath acanthoma – seen as a solitary papule with keratin plug on the central area of face
Nevus comedomes – multiple dark comedomes with central dilated dark openings
Epidermal inclusion cysts – more nodular with or without keratin plug where the keratin material has a foul odor
Tricofolliculoma
Basa...
Source: PediatricEducation.org - November 7, 2022 Category: Pediatrics Authors: Pediatric Education Tags: Uncategorized Source Type: news
Picture of Basal Cell Carcinoma
Title: Picture of Basal Cell CarcinomaCategory: ImagesCreated: 11/12/2009 9:17:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 7/12/2022 12:00:00 AM (Source: MedicineNet Skin General)
Source: MedicineNet Skin General - July 12, 2022 Category: Dermatology Source Type: news
Basal Cell Carcinoma, an Often Overlooked Healthcare Challenge Basal Cell Carcinoma, an Often Overlooked Healthcare Challenge
Recent population-based studies suggest that the incidence of basal cell carcinoma has been largely underestimated.The British Journal of Dermatology (Source: Medscape Today Headlines)
Source: Medscape Today Headlines - July 4, 2022 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Dermatology Journal Article Source Type: news
Picture of Basal Cell Carcinoma (Advanced Nodular BCC)
Title: Picture of Basal Cell Carcinoma (Advanced Nodular BCC)Category: ImagesCreated: 1/5/2010 2:51:00 PMLast Editorial Review: 6/23/2022 12:00:00 AM (Source: MedicineNet Cancer General)
Source: MedicineNet Cancer General - June 23, 2022 Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: news
Picture of Basal Cell Carcinoma (Nose)
Title: Picture of Basal Cell Carcinoma (Nose)Category: ImagesCreated: 1/5/2010 2:48:00 PMLast Editorial Review: 6/23/2022 12:00:00 AM (Source: MedicineNet Cancer General)
Source: MedicineNet Cancer General - June 23, 2022 Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: news
Picture of Basal Cell Carcinoma (Ear)
Title: Picture of Basal Cell Carcinoma (Ear)Category: ImagesCreated: 1/5/2010 2:45:00 PMLast Editorial Review: 6/22/2022 12:00:00 AM (Source: MedicineNet Cancer General)
Source: MedicineNet Cancer General - June 22, 2022 Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: news
Kids With Solid-Organ Transplants Also at Risk for Keratinocyte Carcinoma Kids With Solid-Organ Transplants Also at Risk for Keratinocyte Carcinoma
Children who have received a solid organ transplant are at increased risk of keratinocyte carcinoma, including squamous- and basal-cell carcinoma, new research from Canada indicates.Reuters Health Information (Source: Medscape Transplantation Headlines)
Source: Medscape Transplantation Headlines - June 13, 2022 Category: Transplant Surgery Tags: Pediatrics News Source Type: news
Mayo Clinic Minute: Treating skin cancer with Mohs surgery
May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month and a time to check your body for signs of this common and preventable disease. Nearly 5 million people in the U.S. will be diagnosed with a form of skin cancer this year, according to the American Cancer Society. Dr. Naiara Sbroggio Barbosa (Nie-e-ARE-ah Bar-BOH-sah), a Mayo Clinic dermatologist, , explains how Mohs surgery can be used to treat basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma and some types of melanoma.… (Source: News from Mayo Clinic)
Source: News from Mayo Clinic - May 27, 2022 Category: Databases & Libraries Source Type: news
Mayo Clinic Q & amp;A podcast: Recognizing skin cancer and reducing your risk
Skin cancer — the abnormal growth of skin cells — most often develops on skin exposed to the sun, but it also can occur on areas of skin not ordinarily exposed to sunlight. Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the U.S. "And the incidence of skin cancer is rising," says Dr. Dawn Davis, a Mayo Cli nic dermatologist. The three major types of skin cancer are basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma… (Source: News from Mayo Clinic)
Source: News from Mayo Clinic - February 24, 2022 Category: Databases & Libraries Source Type: news
[Ad hoc announcement pursuant to Art. 53 LR] Roche reports good results in 2021
Basel, 3 February 2022Group sales increase 9%1 at constant exchange rates (CER); 8% in Swiss francsPharmaceuticals Divisionsales increase 3%; continued strong demand for newly launched medicines more than offsets impact of biosimilarsDiagnostics Divisionsales grow 29%; strong momentum in base business and continued high demand for COVID-19 testsMajor approvals for medicinessince the last quarter: United States: Susvimo and Vabysmo (age-related blindness)Europe: Gavreto (specific type of advanced lung cancer); Actemra/RoActemra (severe COVID-19); Ronapreve (non-hospitalised COVID-19 patients and prophylaxis)Major appro...
Source: Roche Investor Update - February 3, 2022 Category: Pharmaceuticals Source Type: news
[Ad hoc announcement pursuant to Art. 53 LR] Roche reports good results in 2021
Basel, 3 February 2022Group sales increase 9%1 at constant exchange rates (CER); 8% in Swiss francsPharmaceuticals Divisionsales increase 3%; continued strong demand for newly launched medicines more than offsets impact of biosimilarsDiagnostics Divisionsales grow 29%; strong momentum in base business and continued high demand for COVID-19 testsMajor approvals for medicinessince the last quarter:United States: Susvimo and Vabysmo (age-related blindness)Europe: Gavreto (specific type of advanced lung cancer); Actemra/RoActemra (severe COVID-19); Ronapreve (non-hospitalised COVID-19 patients and prophylaxis)Major approvals f...
Source: Roche Media News - February 3, 2022 Category: Pharmaceuticals Source Type: news
Interventions for Basal Cell Carcinoma Interventions for Basal Cell Carcinoma
Which are the most effective interventions for primary basal cell carcinoma? This systemic review examined the current evidence for both surgical and non-surgical treatments.The British Journal of Dermatology (Source: Medscape Today Headlines)
Source: Medscape Today Headlines - October 13, 2021 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Dermatology Journal Article Source Type: news
Watchful Waiting in BCC: Which Patients Can Benefit? Watchful Waiting in BCC: Which Patients Can Benefit?
Some patients with basal cell carcinoma (BCC) may not need treatment. New data reveal who those patients likely are.Medscape Medical News (Source: Medscape General Surgery Headlines)
Source: Medscape General Surgery Headlines - September 20, 2021 Category: Surgery Tags: Hematology-Oncology News Source Type: news
New Drug Might Be Non-Surgical Option for Common Skin Cancers
An experimental gel could be a potential alternative to surgery when treating basal cell carcinoma. (Source: WebMD Health)
Source: WebMD Health - August 9, 2021 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
