Primary Neuroendocrine Carcinoma of the Appendix: A Case Report
Neuroendocrine Carcinoma (NEC) of the appendix is extremely rare and its clinical characteristics and treatment strategy have not been well established. Here we present a case of appendiceal NEC with very rapid progression, in which complete remission was achieved by radical surgery followed by systemic chemotherapy.
Tobacco Is Not the Only Risk Factor for COPD: Let’s Not Forget the Genetic Factor!!!
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a major health problem as it causes increasing mortality and morbidity in all countries of the world. Its pathogenetic aspect is characterized by progressive irreversible airflow limitation.
Glioblastoma Multiforme in The COVID-19 Era: How Italy Managed to Surgically Treat the Neuro-Oncological Patient Despite the Pandemic
The wave of SARS-CoV-2 is affecting every country in the world in a more or less homogeneous way and one wonders what is the best therapeutic option for the infected patient diagnosed with Glioblastoma Multiforme.
A Rare Case of Tumid Lupus Erythematosus with Unilateral Linear Distribution in A Young Child
Tumid Lupus Erythematosus (TLE) as a rare variant of Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE) is characterized by edematous, urticarial-like annular papules and plaques.
Pancreatic Metastasis from Unresectable Lung Adenocarcinoma: A Case Report
Metastatic lesions of the pancreas are uncommon, accounting for approximately 2% of pancreatic malignancies. The most common primary tumors to give rise to pancreatic metastases are lung cancer, renal cell carcinoma and carcinoma of gastrointestinal origin.