Endometrial clear cell carcinoma is a rare type of cancer that starts in the endometrium, the inner lining of the uterus. It is considered a high-grade tumour, meaning it has a higher chance of spreading beyond the uterus compared to low-grade endometrial cancers. Endometrial clear cell carcinoma behaves differently from the more common endometrial endometrioid …
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A benign phyllodes tumor is a rare, non-cancerous breast tumor that arises from the stroma (supportive connective tissue) within the breast. Unlike borderline or malignant types, benign phyllodes tumors grow slowly. They do not spread beyond their original location or to other parts of the body. What causes a benign phyllodes tumors? The exact cause …
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Keratinizing squamous cell carcinoma (KSCC) is a type of cancer that begins from squamous cells, specialized cells found on the inside surface of the nasal cavity and paranasal sinuses. The nasal cavity is the hollow space inside the nose that helps warm, moisten, and filter the air we breathe. The paranasal sinuses, which include the …
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Nonkeratinizing squamous cell carcinoma (NKSCC) is a type of cancer that begins from squamous cells, specialized cells found on the inside surface of the nasal cavity and paranasal sinuses. The nasal cavity is the hollow space inside the nose that helps warm, moisten, and filter the air we breathe. The paranasal sinuses, which include the …
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An oncocytoma of the salivary gland is a rare, benign (non-cancerous) tumor that arises from the salivary glands. The salivary glands produce saliva, which is important for digestion and maintaining oral health. There are three major pairs of salivary glands: the parotid glands, the submandibular glands, and the sublingual glands, along with hundreds of minor …
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Basal cell adenoma is a benign (non-cancerous) tumour of the salivary gland. It is made up of small cells that look similar to normal basal cells, which are found at the base of the glands in the salivary system. Although basal cell adenoma is rare, it is most commonly found in the parotid gland, the …
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Sclerosing adenosis is a non-cancerous growth made up of small glands in the breast. The glands are surrounded by a type of connective tissue that resembles a scar. When large enough, this type of growth can be seen in imaging studies such as mammography, and a biopsy may be performed to rule out cancer. What …
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Endometrial serous carcinoma is an aggressive type of cancer that starts in the endometrium, the inner lining of the uterus. It is considered a high-grade tumour, meaning it has a higher chance of spreading beyond the uterus compared to some other types of endometrial cancer. Unlike endometrial endometrioid carcinoma, which is often linked to excess …
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Chondroblastic osteosarcoma is a type of bone cancer. This type of cancer can start in any bone in the body, however, most are found in the long bones of the arms and legs. The jaws are also commonly involved. This type of cancer affects both children and older adults. The term “chondroblastic” means that some …
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Background: Fibrous histiocytoma is a common benign (non-cancerous) skin tumour. It is made up of a combination of fibroblastic cells, macrophages, and collagen, a type of connective tissue. The tumour develops in a layer of skin called the dermis. Another name for a fibrous histiocytoma is dermatofibroma. What are the symptoms of a fibrous …
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