Choriocarcinoma (CC) is a rare and aggressive cancer type. It is made up of cells that normally help form the placenta during pregnancy. These cells are called cytotrophoblasts and syncytiotrophoblasts. CC has two main types: gestational choriocarcinoma (GCC) and non-gestational choriocarcinoma (NGC
The story of medicine is often told as a tale of men. But women have always been part of it. They have been patients, healers, and innovators. Yet, their contributions are often overlooked. One such overlooked figure is Dora Gerson. She was a doctor in Dresden. She was one of the first women in Germ
Robotic surgery for bladder removal has gained popularity in the last ten years. This method often involves creating a new bladder using a part of the intestine. One tricky part of this process is connecting the new bladder to the urethra. The methods used to make this connection have been well-docu
The fight against HIV just got a new ally. It is the same technology that made COVID-19 vaccines possible. mRNA, or messenger RNA, is a set of instructions for genes. It is not a new discovery. It has been around for a while. It is only now that it is being used in new ways. Scientists in Austr
The journey of childbirth is a complex process. One crucial aspect is how the baby's head moves during labor. This movement, known as fetal head flexion, is vital for a smooth delivery. However, measuring it accurately has been a challenge, especially for those not highly skilled in using ultrasound
Endometriosis is a tricky condition. It can affect multiple parts of the pelvis. One key sign is when the Pouch of Douglas (POD) is blocked. Doctors usually rely on invasive tests like laparoscopy to diagnose it. However, this is changing. Now, they use imaging methods such as transvaginal ultrasoun
Surgeons have a tough call to make when treating primary osteoarthritis. They often choose between two main surgeries: anatomical total shoulder arthroplasty (ATSA) and reverse total shoulder arthroplasty (RTSA). ATSA has been the go-to method for a long time, especially when the rotator cuff is sti
A four-year-old girl and her mother are breathing a sigh of relief. They have been granted a one-year humanitarian parole to stay in the U. S. This is a big deal because the girl has a serious medical condition. Her name is S. G. V. She has short bowel syndrome. This condition makes it hard for her
The past five years have seen a surge in efforts to integrate fairness into the healthcare system. This includes actions by medical and professional groups. These groups often highlight their equity-focused projects at big meetings. However, until recently, there hasn't been a clear, consistent way
The role of vaccines in public health has always been a hot topic, but it's not new. In the late 1800s, a Bengali prophet-astrologer wrote essays about the plague vaccine during a major outbreak in Calcutta. This prophet-astrologer had a lot to say about the plague vaccine. At first, he was not a
