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GISTs begin when genetic mutations occur in certain genes, leading to uncontrolled cell growth. A gastrointestinal stromal tumor (GIST) is a form of soft tissue sarcoma that begins in the digestive system. Soft tissue sarcomas form in soft tissues, such as fat, muscle, blood vessels, lymphatic vessels, nerves, tendons, and cartilage. The most frequent mesenchymal …

12,000 persons in the United States are diagnosed with throat cancer each year. Yes, throat cancer is a type of head and neck cancer. The throat is made up of the oropharynx, hypopharynx, nasopharynx, and larynx. Throat cancer is diagnosed if cancer cells are identified in one or more of these sections of the throat. Throat cancer is classified as …

GISTs are slow-growing tumors but have the potential to be cancerous. Gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GISTs) are rare growths in the interstitial cells of Cajal present in the wall of the gastrointestinal tract. These tumors may be benign (noncancerous) or malignant (cancerous). Some may be benign at first but may later turn cancerous. GISTs make up to one percent of all …

Nasopharyngeal cancer (NPC) is a type of head and neck cancer. Nasopharyngeal cancer (NPC) is considered head and neck cancer. It originates in the nasopharynx, which is the upper part of the throat behind the nose and near the skull base.  The nasopharynx acts as a passageway for air to travel from the nose to the throat. It contains adenoids …

Most pancreatic neuroendocrine tumors are nonfunctional and do not give rise to any hormone-related symptoms. Pancreatic neuroendocrine tumors account for fewer than two percent of all pancreatic tumors although they have a better outlook than more common types. Pancreatic cancer is responsible for about three percent of all cancers and seven percent of all cancer deaths in the United States. …

Bladder cancers can be treated with a single therapy or a combination of therapies. Many people with bladder cancer are prescribed medication as part of their treatment regimen. The drugs that a patient may receive are determined by the tumor stage, grade, overall health condition, and preferences of the patient. It is usual for survivors to be concerned about their …

Wilms tumor accounts for about five percent of all childhood malignancies. Wilms tumor, also known as nephroblastoma, is the most common primary tumor of the kidney in children. It is often seen in children aged three to four years old and becomes less common as they grow older. It is very rare in adults. Most often, Wilms tumor affects only …

Survival rates of rhabdomyosarcoma in children depend on factors such as risk group, tumor location, and extent of spread Survival rates for children with rhabdomyosarcoma range from 70% to 90% and vary depending on whether it is identified as low-risk, intermediate-risk, or high-risk. Survival rates are usually presented as a 5-year survival rate, indicating what percentage of people lived for …

During open retropubic prostatectomy, the prostate and surrounding tissues are removed. Retropubic prostatectomy is a surgical treatment for patients with localized to advanced prostate cancer who have a chance of living for at least 10 years following the surgery. To destroy cancer cells, the prostate and surrounding tissues are removed during the treatment. The technique is often carried out under …

Generic Name: hydroxyurea Brand and Other Names: Droxia, Siklos, hydroxycarbamide, Hydrea Drug Class: Antineoplastics, Antimetabolite What is hydroxyurea, and what is it used for? Hydroxyurea is a chemotherapy drug used to treat some types of cancers including solid tumors, head and neck cancers and chronic myelocytic leukemia, a type of blood cancer. Hydroxyurea is also used to improve symptoms and manage …