Investigating Post-treatment Breast Pain Severity in Breast Cancer Patients and Its Correlation with Serum Vitamin D and hs-CRP Levels
Background Current data indicate that serum vitamin D and susceptible C-reactive protein (hs-CRP) levels, both indicative of the inflammatory state, have the potential to predict the onset and severity of chronic pain. Therefore, the objective was to assess the intensity of pain experienced after breast cancer treatment and its relationship with these two parameters. Method […]
Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Clinical Trial of Concurrent Use of Crocin During Chemoradiation for Esophageal Squamous Cell Carcinoma
Crocin is the major active carotenoid of saffron (Crocus sativus L.). Its pluripotent effects have led to a growing body of literature investigating its antitumor properties as well as its diverse potentials for mood stabilization, normal tissue protection, and inflammation reduction; However, there is a gap in clinical trials testing this substance in cancer patients. In […]
Comparison of FNA-based conventional cytology specimens and digital image analysis in assessment of pancreatic lesions
Objectives Endoscopic ultrasound-guided fine-needle aspiration (EUS-FNA) is one of the most important diagnostic tools for investigation of suspected pancreatic masses, although the interpretation of the results is controversial. In recent decades, digital image analysis (DIA) has been considered in pathology. The aim of this study was to assess the DIA in the evaluation of EUS-FNA […]
Pathology reports: discrepancy patterns of second opinions in a referral cancer center
Objective To evaluate the diagnostic mismatch (discrepancy) of pathology reports in consulted specimens referred for second opinion. Materials and Methods This cross-sectional study was conducted at a major cancer center, Omid Hospital. In this study, 350 primary pathology reports and 350 reviewed pathology reports were extracted from the archives of Omid Hospital from 2011 to […]
Primary Glioblastoma Multiforme with Concurrent Leptomeningeal Metastasis: A Case Report
Brain glioblastoma multiforme with leptomeningeal metastasis is a rare medical condition. Although autopsy series have demonstrated a higher incidence of leptomeningeal metastasis, it is usually a late complication in the course of the disease. The disease progression is almost always rapid, resulting in a poor performance status and short survival. There is no single standard […]
A case report of prostate cancer with leptomeningeal metastasis
Background Prostate cancer is the most prevalent cancer in men. However, leptomeningeal involvement by prostate carcinoma is a rare event. Case Here, we report a 69-year-old patient with castration-resistant metastatic prostate cancer who presented with headache and ataxia. Brain MRI revealed a huge invasive interaxial mass at right occipital lobe with diffuse thickening and enhancement […]
A perforated sigmoid colon cancer initially diagnosed as a tubo‐ovarian abscess: A teaching case
Given the wide range of differential diagnoses for adnexal masses, the key issue is the correct assessment of the initial location to rule out malignant or emergency cases. Here, we report a case of perforated sigmoid colon cancer initially diagnosed as a tubo-ovarian abscess.
212P A cohort study on the immunogenicity and safety of the inactivated SARS-CoV-2 vaccine (BBIBP-CorV) in patients with breast cancer: Does trastuzumab interfere with the outcome?
Background The COVID-19 pandemic has led to more than 260 million infections and 55 million deaths as of early December 2021, worldwide. Vaccinating people against COVID-19 is considered as he best approach to overcome the pandemic since COVID 19-vaccines are effective and can reduce the risk of getting and spreading the virus. However, their efficacy […]
A cohort study on the immunogenicity and safety of the inactivated SARS-CoV-2 vaccine (BBIBP-CorV) in patients with breast cancer; does trastuzumab interfere with the outcome?
Aim To determine the efficacy and safety of inactivated SARS-CoV-2 vaccine (BBIBP-CorV) in patients with breast cancer. Methods In this multi- institutional cohort study, a total of 160 breast cancer patients (mean age of 50.01 ± 11.5 years old) were assessed for the SARS-CoV-2 Anti-Spike IgG and SARS-CoV2 Anti RBD IgG by ELISA after two […]
Comparison of Oncologic Outcomes Between Radiation Therapy and Transoral Laser Microsurgery for Early Glottic and Supraglottic Squamous Cell Carcinoma; a Retrospective Cohort …
Abstract Background Laryngeal cancer is known as the second most common airway cancer. These tumors are usually diagnosed early; thus, it is important to choose the optimal treatment modality. Several studies are comparing transoral laser microsurgery (TLM) and radiotherapy in early-stage laryngeal cancer. Due to a paucity of high-quality research and the lack of conclusive […]