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mondofacto - Online Medical Dictionary Category: Health and Medicine > Medical Dictionary Date & country: 26/01/2008, UK Words: 116197

canaliculus
A small canal or channel. ... See: iter. ... Origin: L. Dim. Fr. Canalis, canal ... (05 Mar 2000) ...

canaliculus chordae tympani
Synonym for posterior canaliculus of chorda tympani ... A canal leading from the facial canal to the tympanic cavity through which the chorda tympani nerve enters this cavity. ... Synonym: canaliculus chordae tympani, iter chordae posterius, small canal of chorda tympani. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...

canaliculus cochleae
Synonym for cochlear canaliculus ... A minute canal in the temporal bone that passes from the cochlea inferiorly to open in front of the medial side of the jugular fossa. It contains the perilymphatic duct. ... Synonym: canaliculus cochleae. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...

canaliculus innominatus
Synonym for petrosal foramen ... An occasional opening in the greater wing of the sphenoid bone, between the foramen spinosum and foramen ovale, which transmits the lesser petrosal nerve. ... Synonym: foramen petrosum, canaliculus innominatus, foramen of Arnold. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...

canaliculus lacrimalis
Synonym for lacrimal canaliculus ... A curved canal beginning at the lacrimal punctum in the margin of each eyelid near the medial commissure and running transversely medially to empty with its fellow into the lacrimal sac. ... Synonym: canaliculus lacrimalis. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...

canaliculus mastoideus
Synonym for mastoid canaliculus ... The canal that extends from the jugular fossa laterally through the mastoid process. It transmits the auricular branch of the vagus. ... Synonym: canaliculus mastoideus, auricular canaliculus. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...

canaliculus reuniens
Synonym for uniting duct ... A short membranous tube passing from the lower end of the saccule to the cochlear duct of the membranous labyrinth. ... Synonym: ductus reuniens, canaliculus reuniens, canalis reuniens, Hensen's canal, Hensen's duct, uniting canal. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...

canalis
Synonym: canal. ... Origin: L. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...

canalis adductorius
Synonym for adductor canal ... The space in middle third of the thigh between the vastus medialis and adductor muscles, converted into a canal by the overlying sartorius muscle. It gives passage to the femoral vessels and saphenous nerve, ending at the adductor hiatus. ... Synonym: canalis adductorius, Hunter's canal, subsartorial canal. ... (05 Mar 2 …

canalis analis
Synonym for anal canal ... The terminal portion of the alimentary canal; it extends from the pelvic diaphragm to the anal orifice. ... Synonym: canalis analis. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...

canalis caroticus
Synonym for carotid canal ... A passage through the petrous part of the temporal bone from its inferior surface upward, medially, and forward to the apex where it opens into the foramen lacerum. It transmits the internal carotid artery and plexuses of veins and autonomic nerves. ... Synonym: canalis caroticus. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...

canalis carpi
Synonym for carpal tunnel ... The passageway deep to the transverse carpal ligament between tubercles of the scaphoid and trapezoid bones on the radial side and the pisiform and hook of the hamate on the ulnar side, through which the median nerve and the flexor tendons of the fingers and thumb pass; compression of the median nerve may occur here (ca …

canalis centralis medullae spinalis
Synonym for central canal ... The ependyma-lined lumen (cavity) of the neural tube, the cerebral part of which remains patent to form the ventricles of the brain, while the spinal part in the adult often is reduced to a solid strand of modified ependyma. ... Synonym: canalis centralis medullae spinalis, central canal of spinal cord, tubus medullaris. …

canalis cervicis uteri
Synonym for cervical canal ... A fusiform canal extending from the isthmus of the uterus to the opening of the uterus into the vagina. ... Synonym: canalis cervicis uteri. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...

canalis condylaris
Synonym for condylar canal ... The inconstant opening through the occipital bone posterior to the condyle on each side that transmits the occipital emissary vein. ... Synonym: canalis condylaris, posterior condyloid foramen. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...

canalis femoralis
Synonym for femoral canal ... The medial compartment of the femoral sheath. ... Synonym: canalis femoralis. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...

canalis gastrici
Synonym for gastric canal ... Furrow formed temporarily between longitudinal rugae of the gastric mucosa along the lesser curvature during swallowing; observed radiographically and endoscopically, it is formed because of the firm attachment of the gastric mucosa to the muscular layer, which is devoid of an oblique layer at this site; said to form a …

canalis gastricus
Synonym for gastric canal ... Furrow formed temporarily between longitudinal rugae of the gastric mucosa along the lesser curvature during swallowing; observed radiographically and endoscopically, it is formed because of the firm attachment of the gastric mucosa to the muscular layer, which is devoid of an oblique layer at this site; said to form a …

canalis hyaloideus
Synonym for hyaloid canal ... A minute canal running through the vitreous from the discus nervi optici to the lens, containing in foetal life a prolongation of the central artery of the retina, the hyaloid artery. ... See: vitreous, hyaloid artery. ... Synonym: canalis hyaloideus, central canal of the vitreous, Cloquet's canal, Stilling's canal. ... (0 …

canalis hypoglossalis
Synonym for hypoglossal canal ... The canal through which the hypoglossal nerve emerges from the skull. ... Synonym: canalis hypoglossalis, anterior condyloid canal of occipital bone, anterior condyloid foramen. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...

canalis incisivus
incisive canal ...

canalis infraorbitalis
Synonym for infraorbital canal ... A canal running beneath the orbital margin of the maxilla from the infraorbital groove, in the floor of the orbit, to the infraorbital foramen; it transmits the infraorbital artery and nerve. ... Synonym: canalis infraorbitalis. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...

canalis inguinalis
Synonym for inguinal canal ... A passage in the lower anterior abdominal wall which in the male allows passage of the spermatic cord and in the female contains the round ligament. Because of the weakness it creates in the abdominal wall, it is the most frequent site for a hernia. ... (12 Dec 1998) ...

canalis mandibulae
Synonym for mandibular canal ... The canal within the mandible that transmits the inferior alveolar nerve and vessels. Its posterior opening is the mandibular foramen. ... Synonym: canalis mandibulae, inferior dental canal. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...

canalis musculotubarius
Synonym for musculotubal canal ... A canal beginning at the anterior border of the petrous portion of the temporal bone near its junction with the squamous portion, and passing to the tympanic cavity; it is divided by the cochleariform process into two semicanals: one for the auditory (eustachian) tube, the other for the tensor tympani muscle. ... Sy …

canalis nasolacrimalis
Synonym for nasolacrimal canal ... The bony canal formed by the maxilla, lacrimal bone, and inferior concha that transmits the nasolacrimal duct from the orbit to the inferior meatus of the nose. ... Synonym: canalis nasolacrimalis. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...

canalis nervi facialis
Synonym for facial canal ... The bony passage in the temporal bone through which the facial nerve passes; the facial canal commences at the internal auditory meatus with the horizontal part which passes at first anteriorly (medial crus of facial canal) then turns posteriorly at the geniculum of the facial canal to pass medial to the tympanic cavity …

canalis nutricius
Synonym for nutrient canal ... A canal in the shaft of a long bone or in other locations in irregular bones through which the nutrient artery enters a bone. ... Synonym: canalis nutricius. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...

canalis obturatorius
Synonym for obturator canal ... The opening in the superior part of the obturator membrane through which the obturator nerve and vessels pass from the pelvic cavity into the thigh. ... Synonym: canalis obturatorius. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...

canalis opticus
Synonym for optic canal ... The short canal through the lesser wing of the sphenoid bone at the apex of the orbit that gives passage to the optic nerve and the ophthalmic artery. ... Synonym: canalis opticus, foramen opticum, optic foramen. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...

canalis palatinus major
Synonym for greater palatine canal ... The canalis formed between the maxilla and palatine bones; it transmits the descending palatine artery and the greater palatine nerve. ... Synonym: canalis palatinus major, pterygopalatine canal. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...

canalis palatovaginalis
Synonym for pharyngeal canal ... On the undersurface of the vaginal process of the sphenoid bone, a furrow that is converted into a canal by the sphenoidal process of the palatine bone; it transmits the pharyngeal branch of the maxillary artery and the pharyngeal nerve from the pterygopalatine ganglion. ... Synonym: canalis palatovaginalis, palatovag …

canalis pterygoideus
Synonym for pterygoid canal ... An opening through the base of the medial pterygoid process of the sphenoid bone through which pass the artery, vein, and nerve of the pterygoid canal. ... Synonym: canalis pterygoideus, vidian canal. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...

canalis pudendalis
Synonym for pudendal canal ... The space within the obturator internis fascia lining the lateral wall of the ischiorectal fossa that transmits the pudendal vessels and nerves. ... Synonym: canalis pudendalis, Alcock's canal. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...

canalis pyloricus
Synonym for pyloric canal ... The aboral segment (about 2 to 3 cm long) of the stomach; it succeeds the antrum and ends at the gastroduodenal junction. ... Synonym: canalis pyloricus. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...

canalis radicis dentis
Synonym for root canal of tooth ... The chamber of the dental pulp lying within the root portion of a tooth. ... Synonym: canalis radicis dentis, marrow canal, pulp canal. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...

canalis reuniens
Synonym for uniting duct ... A short membranous tube passing from the lower end of the saccule to the cochlear duct of the membranous labyrinth. ... Synonym: ductus reuniens, canaliculus reuniens, canalis reuniens, Hensen's canal, Hensen's duct, uniting canal. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...

canalis sacralis
Synonym for sacral canal ... The continuation of the vertebral canal in the sacrum. ... Synonym: canalis sacralis. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...

canalis spiralis cochleae
Synonym for cochlear canal ... The winding tube of the bony labyrinth which makes two and a half turns about the modiolus of the cochlea; it is divided incompletely into two compartments by a winding shelf of bone, the bony spiral lamina. ... Synonym: canalis spiralis cochleae, Rosenthal's canal, spiral canal of cochlea. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...

canalis spiralis modioli
Synonym for spiral canal of modiolus ... <anatomy> The space in the modiolus in which the spiral ganglion of the cochlear nerve lies. ... Synonym: canalis spiralis modioli. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...

canalis umbilicalis
Synonym for umbilical ring ... An opening in the linea alba through which pass the umbilical vessels in the foetus; in young embryos it is relatively nearer to the pubis, but gradually ascends to the centre of the abdomen; it is closed in the adult, its site being indicated by the umbilicus or navel. ... Synonym: annulus umbilicalis, canalis umbilica …

canalis vertebralis
Synonym for vertebral canal ... The canal that contains the spinal cord, spinal meninges, and related structures. It is formed by the vertebral foramina of successive vertebrae of the articulated vertebral column. ... Synonym: canalis vertebralis, spinal canal, tubus vertebralis. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...

canalis vomerorostralis
Synonym for vomerorostral canal ... A small canal between the superior border of the vomer and the rostrum of the sphenoidal bone. ... Synonym: canalis vomerorostralis, vomerobasilar canal. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...

canalis vomerovaginalis
Synonym for vomerovaginal canal ... An opening between the vaginal process of the sphenoid and the ala of the vomer on either side. It conveys a branch of the sphenopalatine artery. ... Synonym: canalis vomerovaginalis, basipharyngeal canal, vomerine canal. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...

canalization
The formation of canals or channels in a tissue. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...

canals of Scarpa
Separate canals for the nasopalatine nerves and vessels. These canals normally fuse to form the incisive canal. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...

canarypox virus
A poxvirus of the genus Avipoxvirus causing a fatal disease of canaries, and also infecting sparrows. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...

canavan disease
Spongy degeneration of cerebral white matter, a rare autosomal recessive form of leukodystrophy. It is characterised by early onset, widespread demyelination and vacuolation of the white matter that gives rise to a spongy appearance, severe mental retardation, megalocephaly, atony of the neck muscles, spasticity of the extremities, and blindness. D …

Canavan, Myrtelle
<person> U.S. Pathologist, 1879-1953. ... See: Canavan's disease, Canavan's sclerosis, Canavan-van Bogaert-Bertrand disease. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...

Canavan's disease
Autosomal recessive degenerative disease of infancy; mostly in Jewish infants; onset typically within first 3-4 months of birth, consisting of blindness, psychomotor regression, enlarged head, optic atrophy, hypotonia, spasticity, increased N-acetylaspartic acid urinary excretion. MRI shows enlarged brain, decreased attenuation of cerebral and cere …

Canavan's sclerosis
Synonym for Canavan's disease ... Autosomal recessive degenerative disease of infancy; mostly in Jewish infants; onset typically within first 3-4 months of birth, consisting of blindness, psychomotor regression, enlarged head, optic atrophy, hypotonia, spasticity, increased N-acetylaspartic acid urinary excretion. MRI shows enlarged brain, decreased …

canavanase
Synonym for arginase ... <enzyme> A ureahydrolase that catalyses the hydrolysis of arginine and canavanine to yield l-ornithine and urea. ... Chemical name: L-Arginine amidinohydrolase ... Registry number: EC 3.5.3.1 ... (12 Dec 1998) ...

canavanine
<chemical> Chemical name: L-Homoserine, O-((aminoiminomethyl)amino)- ... (12 Dec 1998) ...

canavanine hydrolase
<enzyme> Catalyses hydrolysis of l-canavanine at the oxygen-nitrogen bond to yield l-homoserine and hydroxyguanidine; isolated from the tobacco budworm heliothis virescens ... Registry number: EC 3.13.1.1 ... (26 Jun 1999) ...

canavanine reductase
<enzyme> Forms guanidine ... Registry number: EC 1.4.- ... (26 Jun 1999) ...

canavaninosuccinate synthetase
<enzyme> Aspartate + ureido homoserine + ATP yields canavaninosuccinate + AMP + ppi ... Registry number: EC 6.3.4.- ... (26 Jun 1999) ...

cancellate
Latticed, or resembling a latticed construction, usually said of a surface such as that of an achene or seed. ... (09 Oct 1997) ...

cancellated
Synonym: cancellous. ... Origin: L. Cancello, to make a lattice work ... (05 Mar 2000) ...

cancellous
Denoting bone that has a lattice-like or spongy structure. ... Synonym: cancellated. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...

cancellous bone
Adult bone consisting of mineralised regularly ordered parallel collagen fibres more loosely organised than the lamellar bone of the shaft of adult long bones. Found in the end of long bones. ... Synonym: trabecular bone. ... (18 Nov 1997) ...

cancellous tissue
Latticelike or spongy osseous tissue. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...

cancellus
A lattice-like structure, as in spongy bone. ... Origin: L. A grating, lattice ... (05 Mar 2000) ...

cancer
<oncology> The first historical description of this condition was in relation to breast carcinoma. ... This is now a general term for more than 100 diseases that are characterised by uncontrolled, abnormal growth of cells. Cancer cells can spread locally or through the bloodstream and lymphatic system to other parts of the body. ... (18 Nov 199 …

cancer antigen 125 test
Test for cell-surface antigen found on derivatives of coelomic epithelium. Elevated levels of this antigen are associated with ovarian malignancy and benign pelvic disease such as endometriosis. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...

cancer bodies
Discrete, acidophilic or amphophilic, hyaline body's of various shapes and sizes, occurring in the cytoplasm of some of the neoplastic cells and also extracellularly in the stroma of various carcinomas and sarcomas; formerly regarded by some observers as parasitic causal agents, but now thought to be products of cell necrosis (apoptosis). ... (05 Ma …

cancer care facilities
Institutions specializing in the care of cancer patients. ... (12 Dec 1998) ...

cancer cell
A cell that divides and reproduces abnormally with uncontrolled growth. This cell can break away and travel to other parts of the body and set up another site, referred to as metastasis. ... (09 Oct 1997) ...

cancer detection
Methods used to find cancer in persons who may or may not have symptoms. Symptoms of cancer are abnormal sensations or conditions that persons can notice that are a result of the cancer. It is important to your doctor for regular checkups and not wait for problems to occur. But you should also know that the following symptoms may be associated with …

cancer en cuirasse
A carcinoma that involves a considerable portion of the skin of one or both sides of the thorax. ... Origin: Fr. Breastplate ... (05 Mar 2000) ...

cancer family
A group of blood relatives of whom several have had cancer; the mode of aggregation may be genetic and homogeneous, as in familial polyposis of the colon; diverse as in neurofibromatosis; or due to common exposure to a carcinogenic or oncogenic agent, such as a virus. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...

cancer juice
Turbid, white to yellow-white or gray-white fluid (chiefly plasma) that may be expressed from certain forms of malignant neoplastic tissue, and is likely to contain neoplastic cells and debris; formed especially in relatively large, degenerating, partly necrotic foci of rapidly growing neoplastic tissue. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...

cancer susceptibility gene
tumour suppressor gene ...

cancer symptoms
Abnormal sensations or conditions that persons can notice that are a result of a cancer. It is important to see your doctor for regular checkups and not wait for problems to occur. But you should also know that the following symptoms may be associated with cancer: changes in bowel or bladder habits, a sore that does not heal, unusual bleeding or di …

cancer vaccines
Vaccines or candidate vaccines designed to prevent or treat cancer. Vaccines are produced using the patient's own whole tumour cells as the source of antigens, or using tumour-specific antigens, often recombinantly produced. ... (12 Dec 1998) ...

cancer, bladder
Cancer of the organ responsible for temporarily holding urine after it leaves the kidneys. The most common warning sign of cancer in the bladder (the hollow organ in the lower abdomen that stores urine) is blood in the urine. The diagnosis of bladder cancer is supported by findings of the medical history and examination, blood, urine, and X-ray tes …

cancer, bone
Cancer of the skeleton. Cancers that begin in bone are rare but it is not unusual for cancers to spread (metastasize) to bone from other parts of the body. This is not called bone cancer, but is named for the organ or tissue in which the cancer begins. Pain is the most frequent symptom of cancer of the bone. Diagnosis of cancer of the bone is suppo …

cancer, brain
Cancer of the central information processing centre of the body. Tumours in the brain can be malignant or benign and can occur at any age. Primary brain tumours initially form in the brain tissue. Secondary brain tumours are cancers that have spread to the brain tissue (metastasized) from elsewhere in the body. ... (12 Dec 1998) ...

cancer, breast
Cancer of the tissue containing or involving the milk glands (mammary tissue). Breast cancer is diagnosed with self- and physician- examination of the breasts, mammography, ultrasound testing, and biopsy. There are many types of breast cancer that differ in their capability of spreading to other body tissues (metastasis). Treatment of breast cancer …

cancer, breast, familial
A number of factors have been identified that increase the risk of breast cancer. One of the strongest of these risk factors is the history of breast cancer in a relative. About 15-20% of women with breast cancer have such a family history of the disease, clearly reflecting the participation of inherited (genetic) components in the development of s …

cancer, causes
Cancer is a group of more than 100 different diseases. Benign tumours are not cancer; malignant tumours are cancer. most cancers are named for the type of cell or the organ in which they begin. When cancer spreads (metastasizes), the new tumour has the same name as the original (primary) tumour. Skin cancer is the most common type of cancer for bot …

cancer, cervix
Cancer of the entrance to the womb (uterus). Regular pelvic exams and Pap testing can detect precancerous changes in the cervix. Precancerous changes in the cervix may be treated with cryosurgery, cauterization, or laser surgery. The most common symptom of cancer of the cervix is abnormal bleeding. Cancer of the cervix can be diagnosed using a Pap …

cancer, colon
A malignant tumour arising from the inner wall of the large intestine. The third leading cause of cancer in males, fourth in females in the U.S. Risk factors for cancer of the colon and rectum (colorectal cancer) include heredity, colon polyps, and long standing ulcerative colitis. most colorectal cancers develop from polyps. Removal of colon polyp …

cancer, gastric
Cancer of the stomach, the major organ that holds food for digestion. Stomach cancer (gastric cancer) can develop in any part of the stomach and spread to other organs. Stomach ulcers do not appear to increase a person's risk of developing stomach cancer. Symptoms of stomach cancer are often vague, such as loss of appetite and weight. The cancer is …

cancer, hodgkin's disease
A type of lymphoma (cancer of the lymphatic system). The most common symptom of Hodgkin's disease is a painless swelling in the lymph nodes in the neck, underarm, or groin. Hodgkin's disease is diagnosed when abnormal tissue is detected by a pathologist after a biopsy of an enlarged lymph node. Treatment usually includes radiation therapy or chemot …

cancer, kidney
Cancer of the major organ responsible for the removal from the blood of the toxins of body metabolism the kidney. Childhood kidney cancer is different from the adult kidney cancer. The most common symptom of kidney cancer is blood in the urine. The diagnosis of kidney cancer is supported by findings of the medical history and examination, blood, ur …

cancer, larynx
Cancer of the voice box. The larynx is the voice box located at the top of the windpipe (trachea). Cancer of the larynx occurs most often in people over the age of 55 years. People who stop smoking can greatly reduce their risk of cancer of the larynx. Painless hoarseness can be a symptom of cancer of the larynx. The larynx can be examined with a v …

cancer, leukaemia
Leukaemia is a cancer of the white blood cells. Leukaemias are grouped by how quickly the disease develops (acute or chronic) as well as by the type of blood cell that is affected. People with leukaemia are at significantly increased risk for developing infections, anaemia, and bleeding. Diagnosis of leukaemia is supported by findings of the medica …

cancer, lung
Cancer of the major organ of respiration the lung. Lung cancer kills more men and women than any other form of cancer. Since the majority of lung cancer is diagnosed at a relatively late stage, only 10% of all lung cancer patients are ultimately cured. Eight out of 10 lung cancers are due to tobacco smoke. Lung cancers are classified as either smal …

cancer, lymphoma, hodgkin's
A type of lymphoma (cancer of the lymphatic system). The most common symptom of Hodgkin's disease is a painless swelling in the lymph nodes in the neck, underarm, or groin. Hodgkin's disease is diagnosed when abnormal tissue is detected by a pathologist after a biopsy of an enlarged lymph node. Treatment usually includes radiation therapy or chemot …

cancer, lymphoma, non-hodgkin's
A lymphoma is a cancer that develops in the lymphatic system. The most common symptom of non-Hodgkin's lymphomas is a painless swelling in the lymph nodes in the neck, underarm, or groin. Non-Hodgkin's lymphomas are diagnosed with a biopsy of an enlarged lymph node. Follow-up examinations are important after lymphoma treatment. Most relapses occur …

cancer, malignant melanoma
A skin cancer that begins in cells called melanocytes that can grow together to form benign (not cancerous) moles. A change in size, shape, or colour of a mole can be a sign of melanoma. Melanoma can be cured if detected early, before spread (metastasis) to other areas of the body. Diagnosis is confirmed with a biopsy of the abnormal skin. Sun expo …

cancer, melanoma
A skin cancer that begins in cells called melanocytes that can grow together to form benign (not cancerous) moles. A change in size, shape, or colour of a mole can be a sign of melanoma. It can be cured if detected early, before spread (metastasis) to other areas. Diagnosis is confirmed by a biopsy of the abnormal skin. Sun exposure can cause skin …

cancer, multiple myeloma
A bone marrow cancer involving a type of white blood cell called a plasma (or myeloma) cell. The tumour cells can form a single collection (a plasmacytoma) or many tumours (multiple myeloma). Plasma cells are part of the immune system and make antibodies. Because patients have an excess of identical plasma cells, they have too much of one type of a …

cancer, myeloma
A bone marrow cancer involving a type of white blood cell called a plasma (or myeloma) cell. The tumour cells can form a single collection (a plasmacytoma) or many tumours (multiple myeloma). Plasma cells are part of the immune system and make antibodies. Because patients have an excess of identical plasma cells, they have too much of one type of a …

cancer, oesophagus
Cancer of the swallowing tube that passes from the throat to the stomach. The risk of cancer of the oesophagus is increased by long-term irritation of the oesophagus, such as with smoking, heavy alcohol intake, and Barrett's oesophagitis. Cancer of the oesophagus can cause difficulty and pain with swallowing solid food. Diagnosis of oesophageal can …

cancer, oral
Cancer of the mouth area. A sore in the mouth that does not heal can be a warning sign of oral cancer. A biopsy is the only to know whether as abnormal area in the oral cavity is cancer. Oral cancer is caused by tobacco (smoking and chewing) and alcohol use. Surgery to remove the tumour in the mouth is the usual treatment for patients with oral can …

cancer, ovarian
Cancer of the egg sac of females (ovary). In women under age 30, most ovarian growths are benign, fluid-filled sacs called cysts. There are several types of ovarian cancer. Symptoms of ovarian cancer can be vague. Detection of ovarian cancer involves physical examination (including pelvic exam), ultrasound, X-ray tests, CA-125 blood test and biopsy …

cancer, ovary
Cancer of the egg sac of females. most ovarian growths in women under age 30 are benign, fluid-filled cysts. There are several types of ovarian cancer. Symptoms of ovarian cancer can be vague. Detection of ovarian cancer involves physical examination (including pelvic exam), ultrasound, X-ray tests, CA-125 blood test and biopsy of the ovary. ... (12 …

cancer, pancreas
Cancer of the organ which produces many juices that are important for digesting food as well as hormones, such as insulin and glucagon. Pancreatic cancer has been called a silent disease because early pancreatic cancer usually does not cause symptoms. If the tumour blocks the common bile duct and bile cannot pass into the digestive system, the skin …

cancer, pancreatic
Cancer of the organ which produces many juices that are important for digesting food as well as hormones, such as insulin and glucagon. Pancreatic cancer has been called a silent disease because early pancreatic cancer usually does not cause symptoms. If the tumour blocks the common bile duct and bile cannot pass into the digestive system, the skin …