Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT), also known as electroshock, is a psychiatric treatment that induces seizures in anesthetized patients for therapeutic purposes. ECT has a controversial history but is well-established in the medical field. Introduced in 1938, ECT has replaced older treatments like in

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Laryngeal tumours can be benign or malignant, with different types such as papilloma, chondroma, paraganglioma, and squamous cell carcinoma. These tumours present with various symptoms and may spread through direct, lymphatic, or hematogenous routes. Risk factors include tobacco smoking, alcohol con

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Bladder tumours, particularly Transitional Cell Carcinoma (TCC), are the second most common cancer in the genitourinary system. Mainly caused by factors like cigarette smoking, industrial toxins, and genetic events, bladder cancer presents with symptoms such as hematuria and irritative voiding sympt

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Comprehensive updates on European training requirements for rare diseases, rare adult solid cancers, and neuroendocrine neoplasia medicine. Initiatives include syllabi, competencies, and collaborations with international networks for advancements in the field.

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Galactopoiesis is the process of maintaining lactation in animals, involving hormones like prolactin, GH, cortisol, PTH, insulin, and oxytocin. This process also includes the role of progesterone, estrogen, and other hormones in milk production and release. Milk ejection, facilitated by oxytocin, in

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Medullary thyroid carcinoma (MTC) is a rare neuroendocrine tumor that requires specialized management. This comprehensive guide covers the clinical presentation, diagnosis, genetic aspects, and detailed management strategies for MTC, including surgical options, follow-up evaluation, and systemic the

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Research presented at the ENETS 2020 virtual meeting discussed the generation of organoids from lung, intestinal, and pancreatic neuroendocrine neoplasms (NENs) to study normal neuroendocrine cells and their transformation to NENs. The success rate in generating organoids was higher for lung NENs co

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Investigating the necessity of excising biopsy tracts in primary bone tumours, this study analyzed 278 patients over a span of two years. Findings indicated conflicting evidence regarding the risk of malignant seeding in biopsy tracts, with only one patient showing histological evidence of seeding.

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Delve into the complex world of neuroendocrine tumors (NETs) through a detailed presentation prepared by Dr. Thomas O'Dorisio from the University of Iowa. Explore case reports, therapeutic interventions, and the challenges associated with managing these tumors. Gain valuable insights into the functi

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Phaeochromocytoma, a neuroendocrine tumor of the adrenal medulla, presents unique challenges in anesthesia due to excessive catecholamine secretion. From clinical presentation to familial associations, this condition requires careful diagnosis and management to avoid complications during surgery. Un

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Peptide Receptor Radionuclide Therapy (PRRNT) is a targeted approach using radiopharmaceuticals to deliver radiation to neuroendocrine tumors expressing specific receptors. This therapy, involving 90Y-DOTATOC or 177Lu-DOTATATE, has shown promising results in treating NETs with minimal side effects.

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