A rare but highly lethal childhood tumor found almost exclusively in infants. Histopathologically, it resembles RHABDOMYOSARCOMA but the tumor cells are not of myogenic origin. Although it arises primarily in the kidney, it may be found in other parts of the body. The rhabdoid cytomorphology is believed to be the expression of a very primitive malignant cell. (From Holland et al., Cancer Medicine, 3d ed, p2210)
A true neoplasm composed of a number of different types of tissue, none of which is native to the area in which it occurs. It is composed of tissues that are derived from three germinal layers, the endoderm, mesoderm, and ectoderm. They are classified histologically as mature (benign) or immature (malignant). (From DeVita Jr et al., Cancer: Principles & Practice of Oncology, 3d ed, p1642)
A specific pair of GROUP G CHROMOSOMES of the human chromosome classification.
Nucleoproteins, which in contrast to HISTONES, are acid insoluble. They are involved in chromosomal functions; e.g. they bind selectively to DNA, stimulate transcription resulting in tissue-specific RNA synthesis and undergo specific changes in response to various hormones or phytomitogens.
Benign and malignant neoplastic processes that arise from or secondarily involve the brain, spinal cord, or meninges.
A malignant neoplasm that may be classified either as a glioma or as a primitive neuroectodermal tumor of childhood (see NEUROECTODERMAL TUMOR, PRIMITIVE). The tumor occurs most frequently in the first decade of life with the most typical location being the cerebellar vermis. Histologic features include a high degree of cellularity, frequent mitotic figures, and a tendency for the cells to organize into sheets or form rosettes. Medulloblastoma have a high propensity to spread throughout the craniospinal intradural axis. (From DeVita et al., Cancer: Principles and Practice of Oncology, 5th ed, pp2060-1)
Neoplasms of the intracranial components of the central nervous system, including the cerebral hemispheres, basal ganglia, hypothalamus, thalamus, brain stem, and cerebellum. Brain neoplasms are subdivided into primary (originating from brain tissue) and secondary (i.e., metastatic) forms. Primary neoplasms are subdivided into benign and malignant forms. In general, brain tumors may also be classified by age of onset, histologic type, or presenting location in the brain.
A group of malignant tumors of the nervous system that feature primitive cells with elements of neuronal and/or glial differentiation. Use of this term is limited by some authors to central nervous system tumors and others include neoplasms of similar origin which arise extracranially (i.e., NEUROECTODERMAL TUMORS, PRIMITIVE, PERIPHERAL). This term is also occasionally used as a synonym for MEDULLOBLASTOMA. In general, these tumors arise in the first decade of life and tend to be highly malignant. (From DeVita et al., Cancer: Principles and Practice of Oncology, 5th ed, p2059)
Death resulting from the presence of a disease in an individual, as shown by a single case report or a limited number of patients. This should be differentiated from DEATH, the physiological cessation of life and from MORTALITY, an epidemiological or statistical concept.
A malignant kidney tumor, caused by the uncontrolled multiplication of renal stem (blastemal), stromal (STROMAL CELLS), and epithelial (EPITHELIAL CELLS) elements. However, not all three are present in every case. Several genes or chromosomal areas have been associated with Wilms tumor which is usually found in childhood as a firm lump in a child's side or ABDOMEN.
Tumors or cancers of the KIDNEY.
Endogenous substances, usually proteins, which are effective in the initiation, stimulation, or termination of the genetic transcription process.
Proteins which bind to DNA. The family includes proteins which bind to both double- and single-stranded DNA and also includes specific DNA binding proteins in serum which can be used as markers for malignant diseases.
A relatively common neoplasm of the CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM that arises from arachnoidal cells. The majority are well differentiated vascular tumors which grow slowly and have a low potential to be invasive, although malignant subtypes occur. Meningiomas have a predilection to arise from the parasagittal region, cerebral convexity, sphenoidal ridge, olfactory groove, and SPINAL CANAL. (From DeVita et al., Cancer: Principles and Practice of Oncology, 5th ed, pp2056-7)
Benign or malignant tumors which arise from the choroid plexus of the ventricles of the brain. Papillomas (see PAPILLOMA, CHOROID PLEXUS) and carcinomas are the most common histologic subtypes, and tend to seed throughout the ventricular and subarachnoid spaces. Clinical features include headaches, ataxia and alterations of consciousness, primarily resulting from associated HYDROCEPHALUS. (From Devita et al., Cancer: Principles and Practice of Oncology, 5th ed, p2072; J Neurosurg 1998 Mar;88(3):521-8)
A cell line derived from cultured tumor cells.
Molecular products metabolized and secreted by neoplastic tissue and characterized biochemically in cells or body fluids. They are indicators of tumor stage and grade as well as useful for monitoring responses to treatment and predicting recurrence. Many chemical groups are represented including hormones, antigens, amino and nucleic acids, enzymes, polyamines, and specific cell membrane proteins and lipids.
Neoplasms of whatever cell type or origin, occurring in the extraskeletal connective tissue framework of the body including the organs of locomotion and their various component structures, such as nerves, blood vessels, lymphatics, etc.
Benign and malignant neoplastic processes that arise from or secondarily involve the meningeal coverings of the brain and spinal cord.
Histochemical localization of immunoreactive substances using labeled antibodies as reagents.
Genes that inhibit expression of the tumorigenic phenotype. They are normally involved in holding cellular growth in check. When tumor suppressor genes are inactivated or lost, a barrier to normal proliferation is removed and unregulated growth is possible.
Any detectable and heritable alteration in the lineage of germ cells. Mutations in these cells (i.e., "generative" cells ancestral to the gametes) are transmitted to progeny while those in somatic cells are not.
Primary and metastatic (secondary) tumors of the brain located above the tentorium cerebelli, a fold of dura mater separating the CEREBELLUM and BRAIN STEM from the cerebral hemispheres and DIENCEPHALON (i.e., THALAMUS and HYPOTHALAMUS and related structures). In adults, primary neoplasms tend to arise in the supratentorial compartment, whereas in children they occur more frequently in the infratentorial space. Clinical manifestations vary with the location of the lesion, but SEIZURES; APHASIA; HEMIANOPSIA; hemiparesis; and sensory deficits are relatively common features. Metastatic supratentorial neoplasms are frequently multiple at the time of presentation.
An intermediate filament protein found in most differentiating cells, in cells grown in tissue culture, and in certain fully differentiated cells. Its insolubility suggests that it serves a structural function in the cytoplasm. MW 52,000.
Spinal neoplasms are abnormal growths or tumors that develop within the spinal column, which can be benign or malignant, and originate from cells within the spinal structure or spread to the spine from other parts of the body (metastatic).
Works containing information articles on subjects in every field of knowledge, usually arranged in alphabetical order, or a similar work limited to a special field or subject. (From The ALA Glossary of Library and Information Science, 1983)
Organized services to provide health care for children.
Disorders of the blood and blood forming tissues.
Body organ that filters blood for the secretion of URINE and that regulates ion concentrations.
I'm sorry for any confusion, but "Georgia" is not a medical term to my knowledge. It is a place name that can refer to a state in the United States or a country in Europe. If you have a different context or meaning in mind, I would be happy to help further if I can.
A mixed mesenchymal tumor composed of two or more mesodermal cellular elements not commonly associated, not counting fibrous tissue as one of the elements. Mesenchymomas are widely distributed in the body and about 75% are malignant. (Dorland, 27th ed; Holland et al., Cancer Medicine, 3d ed, p1866)

hSNF5/INI1 inactivation is mainly associated with homozygous deletions and mitotic recombinations in rhabdoid tumors. (1/177)

The chromatin-remodeling hSNF5/INI1 gene has recently been shown to act as a tumor suppressor gene in rhabdoid tumors (RTs). In an attempt to further characterize the main chromosomal mechanisms involved in hSNF5/INI1 inactivation in RTs, we report here the molecular cytogenetic data obtained in 12 cell lines harboring hSNF5/INI1 mutations and/or deletions in relation to the molecular genetic analysis using polymorphic markers extended to both extremities of chromosome 22q. On the whole, mitotic recombination occurring in the proximal part of chromosome 22q, as demonstrated in five cases, and nondisjunction/duplication, highly suspected in two cases (processes leading respectively to partial or complete isodisomy), appear to be major mechanisms associated with hSNF5/INI1 inactivation. Such isodisomy accompanies each of the RTs exhibiting two cytogenetically normal chromosomes 22. This results in homozygosity for the mutation at the hSNF5/INI1 locus. An alternate mechanism accounting for hSNF5/INI1 inactivation observed in these tumors is homozygous deletion in the rhabdoid consensus region. This was observed in each of the four tumors carrying a chromosome 22q abnormality and, in particular, in the three tumors with chromosomal translocations. Only one case of our series illustrates the mutation/deletion classical model proposed for the double-hit inactivation of a tumor suppressor gene.  (+info)

Clinicopathological characteristics of atypical teratoid/rhabdoid tumor. (2/177)

The clinicopathological features of atypical teratoid/rhabdoid tumor, a new entity among malignant pediatric brain tumors, and the differential diagnosis from primitive neuroectodermal tumor (PNET)/medulloblastoma, and germ cell tumor are described. Histologically, atypical teratoid/rhabdoid tumor is defined as a polymorphous neoplasm often featuring rhabdoid, PNET, epithelial, and mesenchymal components. Atypical teratoid/rhabdoid tumors usually include PNET components and occur mainly in the posterior fossa, so mimic medulloblastoma. Atypical teratoid/rhabdoid tumor is characterized by the cytogenetic finding of monosomy 22 rather than i(17q). The tumor is similarly mistaken for PNET at supratentorial sites. Germ cell tumors also enter into the differential diagnosis due to their histological immunophenotypic diversity, particularly features indicative of epithelial and mesenchymal differentiation. Nonetheless, the remarkable spectrum of tissues that typify teratoma is absent in atypical teratoid/rhabdoid tumor. The same is true of germ cell marker in tumor tissues and serum. The prognosis of atypical teratoid/rhabdoid tumor is far less favorable than that of PNET/medulloblastoma of malignant or germ cell tumor. Meta-analysis of 133 cases, including 15 new and 118 reported cases, confirm that atypical teratoid/rhabdoid tumor is as a clinicopathological entity and emphasizes the necessity for distinguishing this unique tumor from other pediatric central nervous system neoplasms.  (+info)

Constitutional mutations of the hSNF5/INI1 gene predispose to a variety of cancers. (3/177)

Biallelic, truncating mutations of the hSNF5/INI1 gene have recently been documented in malignant rhabdoid tumor (MRT), one of the most aggressive human cancers. This finding suggests that hSNF5/INI1 is a new tumor-suppressor gene for which germline mutations might predispose to cancer. We now report the presence of loss-of-function mutations of this gene in the constitutional DNA from affected members but not from healthy relatives in cancer-prone families. Furthermore, a constitutional mutation is documented in a patient with two successive primary cancers. In agreement with the two-hit model, the wild-type hSNF5/INI1 allele is deleted in the tumor DNA from mutation carriers. In all tested cases, DNA from parents demonstrated normal hSNF5/INI1 sequences, therefore indicating the de novo occurrence of the mutation, which was shown to involve the maternal allele in one case and the paternal allele in two other cases. These data indicate that constitutional mutation of the hSNF5/INI1 gene defines a new hereditary syndrome predisposing to renal or extrarenal MRT and to a variety of tumors of the CNS, including choroid plexus carcinoma, medulloblastoma, and central primitive neuroectodermal tumor. This condition, which we propose to term "rhabdoid predisposition syndrome," may account for previous observations of familial and multifocal cases of the aforementioned tumor types. It could also provide the molecular basis for cases of Li-Fraumeni syndrome without p53 germline mutations.  (+info)

Spectrum of hSNF5/INI1 somatic mutations in human cancer and genotype-phenotype correlations. (4/177)

The hSNF5/INI1 gene which encodes a member of the SWI/SNF chromatin ATP-dependent remodeling complex, is a new tumor suppressor gene localized on chromosome 22q11.2 and recently shown to be mutated in malignant rhabdoid tumors. We have searched for hSNF5/INI1 mutations in 229 tumors of various origins using a screening method based on denaturing high-performance liquid chromatography. A total of 31 homozygous deletions and 36 point alterations were identified. Point mutations were scattered along the coding sequence and included 15 nonsense, 15 frameshift, three splice site, two missense and one editing mutations. Mutations were retrieved in most rhabdoid tumors, whatever their sites of occurrence, indicating the common pathogenetic origin of these tumors. Recurrent hSNF5/INI1 alterations were also observed in choroid plexus carcinomas and in a subset of central primitive neuroectodermal tumors (cPNETs) and medulloblastomas. In contrast, hSNF5/INI1 point mutations were not detected in breast cancers, Wilms' tumors, gliomas, ependymomas, sarcomas and other tumor types, even though most analyzed cases harbored loss of heterozygosity at 22q11.2 loci. These results suggest that rhabdoid tumors, choroid plexus carcinomas and a subset of medulloblastomas and cPNETs share common pathways of oncogenesis related to hSNF5/INI1 alteration and that hSNF5/INI1 mutations define a genetically homogeneous family of highly aggressive cancers mainly occurring in young children and frequently, but not always, exhibiting a rhabdoid phenotype.  (+info)

Alteration of hSNF5/INI1/BAF47 detected in rhabdoid cell lines and primary rhabdomyosarcomas but not Wilms' tumors. (5/177)

The organization of genomic DNA into chromatin aids in the regulation of gene expression by limiting the access of transcriptional binding domains. The SWI/SNF family of chromatin-remodeling complexes, which are conserved from yeast to humans, open the chromatin to facilitate the transcriptional machinery to access their targets. The gene encoding the BAF47/hSNF5 subunit of the complex has been found mutated in both rhabdoid cell lines and in primary rhabdoid tumors. Since the pediatric tumors rhabdomyosarcoma (RMS) and Wilms' tumor (WT) share a similar genetic link with rhabdoid tumors, it was hypothesized that they may also show alterations of the BAF47 gene. Using primary tumors, the BAF47 protein was detected in all WT but less than 75% of the RMS tested. In cell lines, the BAF47 protein was missing in all rhabdoid cell lines and one RMS cell line. Analysis of sample DNA displayed either a mutation or deletion of the BAF47 gene in all samples negative for the protein. Several other subunits of the human SWI/SNF complex, including BRG1 which is the subunit directly interacting with the Rb tumor suppressor gene, were detected in all tumor samples. Alteration of BAF47 may be a genetic marker associated with the poor prognosis seen in all rhabdoid tumors but only some RMS.  (+info)

Primary malignant rhabdoid tumours of brain, clinicoradiological findings of two cases. (6/177)

Malignant rhabdoid tumours (MRT) are extremely malignant, highly aggressive and uncommon renal neoplasms of childhood with very poor prognosis. About fifteen cases of primary intracranial MRT (with their clinical details) are reported in English literature, following the recognition of this entity in 1978. Two cases of MRT are reported here. The first case, one year male baby was admitted with a very large, infiltrative, posterior fossa mass. He required elective ventilation, following the tumour decompression but ultimately died of respiratory failure during the process of weaning from the ventilator. The second child was operated for an extremely vascular, very friable, solid and lobulated tumour of temporal lobe. Radical microsurgical decompression of mass was achieved, however the child developed massive recurrence, documented five weeks after the surgery while on radiotherapy. His recurrence showed partial response to radiotherapy and chemotherapy. The child is alive at 8 month's follow up, but probably passing the terminal days of his life. Hence the recognition of this entity is very essential for the aggressive management and prognostication of the patient, which obviously seems to be different from primitive neuroectodermal tumour.  (+info)

Primary malignant rhabdoid tumor of the brain: CT and MR findings. (7/177)

PURPOSE: To describe the CT and MR findings of primary malignant rhabdoid tumor (MRT) of the brain, which is a rare but very aggressive neoplasm in childhood. MATERIALS AND METHODS: Retrospectively, we evaluated the CT and MR findings of 5 patients of primary MRT of the brain with a review of clinical records. RESULTS: The primary MRTs of the brain were large (n = 4) with a tendency to be associated with necrosis, hemorrhage (n = 2) and calcification (n = 2). Solid components of the tumor showed increased attenuation on precontrast CT scan and iso- or slightly hyper-signal intensity on T2-weighted images probably due to hypercellularity. Solid components of the tumor were also well enhanced on contrast-enhanced CT scan (n = 5) and MRI (n = 2). In 1 case with intratumoral bleeding, MR findings were variable on T1-weighted and T2-weighted images. Intracranial and intraspinal metastasis were found in 2 cases on preoperative MR studies. Follow-up CT and MR studies showed recurrence of the tumor and/or leptomeningeal metastasis in 3 cases. CONCLUSIONS: Although CT and MR findings of primary MRT of the brain are nonspecific, a tendency toward large size, calcification and intratumoral bleeding may be attributed to CT and MR findings. The solid components of tumors could present hyperdense on precontrast CT scan and iso- or slightly hyper-signal intensity on T2-weighted MR image. Preoperative and follow-up MR studies are important to detect metastatic foci.  (+info)

Familial posterior fossa brain tumors of infancy secondary to germline mutation of the hSNF5 gene. (8/177)

We have identified a family afflicted over multiple generations with posterior fossa tumors of infancy, including central nervous system (CNS) malignant rhabdoid tumor (a subset of primitive neuroectodermal tumors, or PNET) and choroid plexus carcinoma. Various hereditary tumor syndromes, including Li-Fraumeni syndrome, Gorlin syndrome, and Turcot syndrome, have been linked to increased risk of developing CNS PNETs and choroid plexus tumors. Malignant rhabdoid tumors of the CNS and kidney show loss of heterozygosity at chromosome 22q11. The hSNF5 gene on chromosome 22q11 has recently been identified as a candidate tumor-suppressor gene in sporadic CNS and renal malignant rhabdoid tumors. We describe a family in which both affected and some unaffected family members were found to have a germline splice-site mutation of the hSNF5 gene, leading to exclusion of exon 7 from the mature cDNA and a subsequent frameshift. Tumor tissue shows loss of the wild-type hSNF5 allele, in keeping with a tumor-suppressor gene. These findings suggest that germline mutations in hSNF5 are associated with a novel autosomal dominant syndrome with incomplete penetrance that predisposes to malignant posterior fossa brain tumors in infancy.  (+info)

A rhabdoid tumor is a rare and aggressive type of cancer that typically develops in the kidneys of children, but can also occur in other areas of the body such as the brain, soft tissues, and lungs. These tumors are characterized by the presence of cells with a unique appearance, known as rhabdoid cells, which have large nuclei, prominent nucleoli, and eosinophilic inclusions.

Rhabdoid tumors can occur in both children and adults, but they are most commonly found in children under the age of 3. They are often resistant to conventional cancer treatments such as chemotherapy and radiation therapy, making them difficult to treat. The prognosis for patients with rhabdoid tumors is generally poor, with a high rate of recurrence and metastasis.

The exact cause of rhabdoid tumors is not known, but they are associated with mutations in the SMARCB1 or SMARCA4 genes, which are involved in regulating gene expression and maintaining genomic stability. These genetic changes can occur spontaneously or may be inherited from a parent.

Treatment for rhabdoid tumors typically involves a combination of surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation therapy. In some cases, stem cell transplantation or targeted therapies may also be used. Despite aggressive treatment, the prognosis for patients with rhabdoid tumors remains poor, with a five-year survival rate of less than 20%.

A teratoma is a type of germ cell tumor, which is a broad category of tumors that originate from the reproductive cells. A teratoma contains developed tissues from all three embryonic germ layers: ectoderm, mesoderm, and endoderm. This means that a teratoma can contain various types of tissue such as hair, teeth, bone, and even more complex organs like eyes, thyroid, or neural tissue.

Teratomas are usually benign (non-cancerous), but they can sometimes be malignant (cancerous) and can spread to other parts of the body. They can occur anywhere in the body, but they're most commonly found in the ovaries and testicles. When found in these areas, they are typically removed surgically.

Teratomas can also occur in other locations such as the sacrum, coccyx (tailbone), mediastinum (the area between the lungs), and pineal gland (a small gland in the brain). These types of teratomas can be more complex to treat due to their location and potential to cause damage to nearby structures.

Human chromosome pair 22 consists of two rod-shaped structures present in the nucleus of each cell in the human body. Each chromosome is made up of DNA tightly coiled around histone proteins, forming a complex structure called a chromatin.

Chromosome pair 22 is one of the 22 autosomal pairs of human chromosomes, meaning they are not sex chromosomes (X or Y). Chromosome 22 is the second smallest human chromosome, with each arm of the chromosome designated as p and q. The short arm is labeled "p," and the long arm is labeled "q."

Chromosome 22 contains several genes that are associated with various genetic disorders, including DiGeorge syndrome, velocardiofacial syndrome, and cat-eye syndrome, which result from deletions or duplications of specific regions on the chromosome. Additionally, chromosome 22 is the location of the NRXN1 gene, which has been associated with an increased risk for autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and schizophrenia when deleted or disrupted.

Understanding the genetic makeup of human chromosome pair 22 can provide valuable insights into human genetics, evolution, and disease susceptibility, as well as inform medical diagnoses, treatments, and research.

Chromosomal proteins, non-histone, are a diverse group of proteins that are associated with chromatin, the complex of DNA and histone proteins, but do not have the characteristic structure of histones. These proteins play important roles in various nuclear processes such as DNA replication, transcription, repair, recombination, and chromosome condensation and segregation during cell division. They can be broadly classified into several categories based on their functions, including architectural proteins, enzymes, transcription factors, and structural proteins. Examples of non-histone chromosomal proteins include high mobility group (HMG) proteins, poly(ADP-ribose) polymerases (PARPs), and condensins.

Central nervous system (CNS) neoplasms refer to a group of abnormal growths or tumors that develop within the brain or spinal cord. These tumors can be benign or malignant, and their growth can compress or disrupt the normal functioning of surrounding brain or spinal cord tissue.

Benign CNS neoplasms are slow-growing and rarely spread to other parts of the body. However, they can still cause significant problems if they grow large enough to put pressure on vital structures within the brain or spinal cord. Malignant CNS neoplasms, on the other hand, are aggressive tumors that can invade and destroy surrounding tissue. They may also spread to other parts of the CNS or, rarely, to other organs in the body.

CNS neoplasms can arise from various types of cells within the brain or spinal cord, including nerve cells, glial cells (which provide support and insulation for nerve cells), and supportive tissues such as blood vessels. The specific type of CNS neoplasm is often used to help guide treatment decisions and determine prognosis.

Symptoms of CNS neoplasms can vary widely depending on the location and size of the tumor, but may include headaches, seizures, weakness or paralysis, vision or hearing changes, balance problems, memory loss, and changes in behavior or personality. Treatment options for CNS neoplasms may include surgery, radiation therapy, chemotherapy, or a combination of these approaches.

Medulloblastoma is a type of malignant brain tumor that originates in the cerebellum, which is the part of the brain located at the back of the skull and controls coordination and balance. It is one of the most common types of pediatric brain tumors, although it can also occur in adults.

Medulloblastomas are typically made up of small, round cancer cells that grow quickly and can spread to other parts of the central nervous system, such as the spinal cord. They are usually treated with a combination of surgery, radiation therapy, and chemotherapy. The exact cause of medulloblastoma is not known, but it is thought to be related to genetic mutations or abnormalities that occur during development.

Brain neoplasms, also known as brain tumors, are abnormal growths of cells within the brain. These growths can be benign (non-cancerous) or malignant (cancerous). Benign brain tumors typically grow slowly and do not spread to other parts of the body. However, they can still cause serious problems if they press on sensitive areas of the brain. Malignant brain tumors, on the other hand, are cancerous and can grow quickly, invading surrounding brain tissue and spreading to other parts of the brain or spinal cord.

Brain neoplasms can arise from various types of cells within the brain, including glial cells (which provide support and insulation for nerve cells), neurons (nerve cells that transmit signals in the brain), and meninges (the membranes that cover the brain and spinal cord). They can also result from the spread of cancer cells from other parts of the body, known as metastatic brain tumors.

Symptoms of brain neoplasms may vary depending on their size, location, and growth rate. Common symptoms include headaches, seizures, weakness or paralysis in the limbs, difficulty with balance and coordination, changes in speech or vision, confusion, memory loss, and changes in behavior or personality.

Treatment for brain neoplasms depends on several factors, including the type, size, location, and grade of the tumor, as well as the patient's age and overall health. Treatment options may include surgery, radiation therapy, chemotherapy, targeted therapy, or a combination of these approaches. Regular follow-up care is essential to monitor for recurrence and manage any long-term effects of treatment.

Neuroectodermal tumors, primitive (PNETs) are a group of highly malignant and aggressive neoplasms that arise from neuroectodermal cells, which are the precursors to the nervous system during embryonic development. These tumors can occur anywhere in the body but are most commonly found in the central nervous system, particularly in the brain and spinal cord.

PNETs are characterized by small, round, blue cells that have a high degree of cellularity and mitotic activity. They are composed of undifferentiated or poorly differentiated cells that can differentiate along various neural lineages, including neuronal, glial, and epithelial. This feature makes their diagnosis challenging, as they can resemble other small round blue cell tumors, such as lymphomas, rhabdomyosarcomas, and Ewing sarcoma.

Immunohistochemical staining and molecular genetic testing are often required to confirm the diagnosis of PNETs. These tests typically reveal the expression of neural markers, such as NSE, Synaptophysin, and CD99, and the presence of specific chromosomal abnormalities, such as the EWS-FLI1 fusion gene in Ewing sarcoma.

PNETs are aggressive tumors with a poor prognosis, and their treatment typically involves a multimodal approach that includes surgery, radiation therapy, and chemotherapy. Despite these treatments, the five-year survival rate for patients with PNETs is less than 30%.

A fatal outcome is a term used in medical context to describe a situation where a disease, injury, or illness results in the death of an individual. It is the most severe and unfortunate possible outcome of any medical condition, and is often used as a measure of the severity and prognosis of various diseases and injuries. In clinical trials and research, fatal outcome may be used as an endpoint to evaluate the effectiveness and safety of different treatments or interventions.

Wilms tumor, also known as nephroblastoma, is a type of kidney cancer that primarily affects children. It occurs in the cells of the developing kidneys and is named after Dr. Max Wilms, who first described this type of tumor in 1899. Wilms tumor typically develops before the age of 5, with most cases occurring in children under the age of 3.

The medical definition of Wilms tumor is:

A malignant, embryonal kidney tumor originating from the metanephric blastema, which is a mass of undifferentiated cells in the developing kidney. Wilms tumor is characterized by its rapid growth and potential for spread (metastasis) to other parts of the body, particularly the lungs and liver. The tumor usually presents as a large, firm, and irregular mass in the abdomen, and it may be associated with various symptoms such as abdominal pain, swelling, or blood in the urine.

Wilms tumor is typically treated with a combination of surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation therapy. The prognosis for children with Wilms tumor has improved significantly over the past few decades due to advances in treatment methods and early detection.

Kidney neoplasms refer to abnormal growths or tumors in the kidney tissues that can be benign (non-cancerous) or malignant (cancerous). These growths can originate from various types of kidney cells, including the renal tubules, glomeruli, and the renal pelvis.

Malignant kidney neoplasms are also known as kidney cancers, with renal cell carcinoma being the most common type. Benign kidney neoplasms include renal adenomas, oncocytomas, and angiomyolipomas. While benign neoplasms are generally not life-threatening, they can still cause problems if they grow large enough to compromise kidney function or if they undergo malignant transformation.

Early detection and appropriate management of kidney neoplasms are crucial for improving patient outcomes and overall prognosis. Regular medical check-ups, imaging studies, and urinalysis can help in the early identification of these growths, allowing for timely intervention and treatment.

Transcription factors are proteins that play a crucial role in regulating gene expression by controlling the transcription of DNA to messenger RNA (mRNA). They function by binding to specific DNA sequences, known as response elements, located in the promoter region or enhancer regions of target genes. This binding can either activate or repress the initiation of transcription, depending on the properties and interactions of the particular transcription factor. Transcription factors often act as part of a complex network of regulatory proteins that determine the precise spatiotemporal patterns of gene expression during development, differentiation, and homeostasis in an organism.

DNA-binding proteins are a type of protein that have the ability to bind to DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid), the genetic material of organisms. These proteins play crucial roles in various biological processes, such as regulation of gene expression, DNA replication, repair and recombination.

The binding of DNA-binding proteins to specific DNA sequences is mediated by non-covalent interactions, including electrostatic, hydrogen bonding, and van der Waals forces. The specificity of binding is determined by the recognition of particular nucleotide sequences or structural features of the DNA molecule.

DNA-binding proteins can be classified into several categories based on their structure and function, such as transcription factors, histones, and restriction enzymes. Transcription factors are a major class of DNA-binding proteins that regulate gene expression by binding to specific DNA sequences in the promoter region of genes and recruiting other proteins to modulate transcription. Histones are DNA-binding proteins that package DNA into nucleosomes, the basic unit of chromatin structure. Restriction enzymes are DNA-binding proteins that recognize and cleave specific DNA sequences, and are widely used in molecular biology research and biotechnology applications.

A meningioma is a type of slow-growing tumor that forms on the membranes (meninges) surrounding the brain and spinal cord. It's usually benign, meaning it doesn't spread to other parts of the body, but it can still cause serious problems if it grows and presses on nearby tissues.

Meningiomas most commonly occur in adults, and are more common in women than men. They can cause various symptoms depending on their location and size, including headaches, seizures, vision or hearing problems, memory loss, and changes in personality or behavior. In some cases, they may not cause any symptoms at all and are discovered only during imaging tests for other conditions.

Treatment options for meningiomas include monitoring with regular imaging scans, surgery to remove the tumor, and radiation therapy to shrink or kill the tumor cells. The best treatment approach depends on factors such as the size and location of the tumor, the patient's age and overall health, and their personal preferences.

Choroid plexus neoplasms are rare types of brain tumors that arise from the choroid plexus, which are clusters of blood vessels in the ventricles (fluid-filled spaces) of the brain. These tumors can be benign (choroid plexus papilloma) or malignant (choroid plexus carcinoma). Choroid plexus neoplasms most commonly occur in children under the age of 2, but they can also affect adults. Symptoms may include increased head circumference, hydrocephalus (fluid buildup in the brain), vomiting, and developmental delays. Treatment typically involves surgical removal of the tumor, followed by radiation therapy or chemotherapy for malignant tumors.

A cell line that is derived from tumor cells and has been adapted to grow in culture. These cell lines are often used in research to study the characteristics of cancer cells, including their growth patterns, genetic changes, and responses to various treatments. They can be established from many different types of tumors, such as carcinomas, sarcomas, and leukemias. Once established, these cell lines can be grown and maintained indefinitely in the laboratory, allowing researchers to conduct experiments and studies that would not be feasible using primary tumor cells. It is important to note that tumor cell lines may not always accurately represent the behavior of the original tumor, as they can undergo genetic changes during their time in culture.

Tumor markers are substances that can be found in the body and their presence can indicate the presence of certain types of cancer or other conditions. Biological tumor markers refer to those substances that are produced by cancer cells or by other cells in response to cancer or certain benign (non-cancerous) conditions. These markers can be found in various bodily fluids such as blood, urine, or tissue samples.

Examples of biological tumor markers include:

1. Proteins: Some tumor markers are proteins that are produced by cancer cells or by other cells in response to the presence of cancer. For example, prostate-specific antigen (PSA) is a protein produced by normal prostate cells and in higher amounts by prostate cancer cells.
2. Genetic material: Tumor markers can also include genetic material such as DNA, RNA, or microRNA that are shed by cancer cells into bodily fluids. For example, circulating tumor DNA (ctDNA) is genetic material from cancer cells that can be found in the bloodstream.
3. Metabolites: Tumor markers can also include metabolic products produced by cancer cells or by other cells in response to cancer. For example, lactate dehydrogenase (LDH) is an enzyme that is released into the bloodstream when cancer cells break down glucose for energy.

It's important to note that tumor markers are not specific to cancer and can be elevated in non-cancerous conditions as well. Therefore, they should not be used alone to diagnose cancer but rather as a tool in conjunction with other diagnostic tests and clinical evaluations.

Soft tissue neoplasms refer to abnormal growths or tumors that develop in the soft tissues of the body. Soft tissues include muscles, tendons, ligaments, fascia, nerves, blood vessels, fat, and synovial membranes (the thin layer of cells that line joints and tendons). Neoplasms can be benign (non-cancerous) or malignant (cancerous), and their behavior and potential for spread depend on the specific type of neoplasm.

Benign soft tissue neoplasms are typically slow-growing, well-circumscribed, and rarely spread to other parts of the body. They can often be removed surgically with a low risk of recurrence. Examples of benign soft tissue neoplasms include lipomas (fat tumors), schwannomas (nerve sheath tumors), and hemangiomas (blood vessel tumors).

Malignant soft tissue neoplasms, on the other hand, can grow rapidly, invade surrounding tissues, and may metastasize (spread) to distant parts of the body. They are often more difficult to treat than benign neoplasms and require a multidisciplinary approach, including surgery, radiation therapy, and chemotherapy. Examples of malignant soft tissue neoplasms include sarcomas, such as rhabdomyosarcoma (arising from skeletal muscle), leiomyosarcoma (arising from smooth muscle), and angiosarcoma (arising from blood vessels).

It is important to note that soft tissue neoplasms can occur in any part of the body, and their diagnosis and treatment require a thorough evaluation by a healthcare professional with expertise in this area.

Meningeal neoplasms, also known as malignant meningitis or leptomeningeal carcinomatosis, refer to cancerous tumors that originate in the meninges, which are the membranes covering the brain and spinal cord. These tumors can arise primarily from the meningeal cells themselves, although they more commonly result from the spread (metastasis) of cancer cells from other parts of the body, such as breast, lung, or melanoma.

Meningeal neoplasms can cause a variety of symptoms, including headaches, nausea and vomiting, mental status changes, seizures, and focal neurological deficits. Diagnosis typically involves imaging studies (such as MRI) and analysis of cerebrospinal fluid obtained through a spinal tap. Treatment options may include radiation therapy, chemotherapy, or surgery, depending on the type and extent of the tumor. The prognosis for patients with meningeal neoplasms is generally poor, with a median survival time of several months to a year.

Immunohistochemistry (IHC) is a technique used in pathology and laboratory medicine to identify specific proteins or antigens in tissue sections. It combines the principles of immunology and histology to detect the presence and location of these target molecules within cells and tissues. This technique utilizes antibodies that are specific to the protein or antigen of interest, which are then tagged with a detection system such as a chromogen or fluorophore. The stained tissue sections can be examined under a microscope, allowing for the visualization and analysis of the distribution and expression patterns of the target molecule in the context of the tissue architecture. Immunohistochemistry is widely used in diagnostic pathology to help identify various diseases, including cancer, infectious diseases, and immune-mediated disorders.

Tumor suppressor genes are a type of gene that helps to regulate and prevent cells from growing and dividing too rapidly or in an uncontrolled manner. They play a critical role in preventing the formation of tumors and cancer. When functioning properly, tumor suppressor genes help to repair damaged DNA, control the cell cycle, and trigger programmed cell death (apoptosis) when necessary. However, when these genes are mutated or altered, they can lose their ability to function correctly, leading to uncontrolled cell growth and the development of tumors. Examples of tumor suppressor genes include TP53, BRCA1, and BRCA2.

A germ-line mutation is a genetic change that occurs in the egg or sperm cells (gametes), and thus can be passed down from parents to their offspring. These mutations are present throughout the entire body of the offspring, as they are incorporated into the DNA of every cell during embryonic development.

Germ-line mutations differ from somatic mutations, which occur in other cells of the body that are not involved in reproduction. While somatic mutations can contribute to the development of cancer and other diseases within an individual, they are not passed down to future generations.

It's important to note that germ-line mutations can have significant implications for medical genetics and inherited diseases. For example, if a parent has a germ-line mutation in a gene associated with a particular disease, their offspring may have an increased risk of developing that disease as well.

Supratentorial neoplasms refer to tumors that originate in the region of the brain located above the tentorium cerebelli, which is a dual layer of dura mater (the protective outer covering of the brain) that separates the cerebrum from the cerebellum. This area includes the cerebral hemispheres, basal ganglia, thalamus, hypothalamus, and pineal gland. Supratentorial neoplasms can be benign or malignant and may arise from various cell types such as neurons, glial cells, meninges, or blood vessels. They can cause a variety of neurological symptoms depending on their size, location, and rate of growth.

Vimentin is a type III intermediate filament protein that is expressed in various cell types, including mesenchymal cells, endothelial cells, and hematopoietic cells. It plays a crucial role in maintaining cell structure and integrity by forming part of the cytoskeleton. Vimentin is also involved in various cellular processes such as cell division, motility, and intracellular transport.

In addition to its structural functions, vimentin has been identified as a marker for epithelial-mesenchymal transition (EMT), a process that occurs during embryonic development and cancer metastasis. During EMT, epithelial cells lose their polarity and cell-cell adhesion properties and acquire mesenchymal characteristics, including increased migratory capacity and invasiveness. Vimentin expression is upregulated during EMT, making it a potential target for therapeutic intervention in cancer.

In diagnostic pathology, vimentin immunostaining is used to identify mesenchymal cells and to distinguish them from epithelial cells. It can also be used to diagnose certain types of sarcomas and carcinomas that express vimentin.

Spinal neoplasms refer to abnormal growths or tumors found within the spinal column, which can be benign (non-cancerous) or malignant (cancerous). These tumors can originate in the spine itself, called primary spinal neoplasms, or they can spread to the spine from other parts of the body, known as secondary or metastatic spinal neoplasms. Spinal neoplasms can cause various symptoms, such as back pain, neurological deficits, and even paralysis, depending on their location and size. Early diagnosis and treatment are crucial to prevent or minimize long-term complications and improve the patient's prognosis.

An encyclopedia is a comprehensive reference work containing articles on various topics, usually arranged in alphabetical order. In the context of medicine, a medical encyclopedia is a collection of articles that provide information about a wide range of medical topics, including diseases and conditions, treatments, tests, procedures, and anatomy and physiology. Medical encyclopedias may be published in print or electronic formats and are often used as a starting point for researching medical topics. They can provide reliable and accurate information on medical subjects, making them useful resources for healthcare professionals, students, and patients alike. Some well-known examples of medical encyclopedias include the Merck Manual and the Stedman's Medical Dictionary.

Child health services refer to a range of medical and supportive services designed to promote the physical, mental, and social well-being of children from birth up to adolescence. These services aim to prevent or identify health problems early, provide treatment and management for existing conditions, and support healthy growth and development.

Examples of child health services include:

1. Well-child visits: Regular checkups with a pediatrician or other healthcare provider to monitor growth, development, and overall health.
2. Immunizations: Vaccinations to protect against infectious diseases such as measles, mumps, rubella, polio, and hepatitis B.
3. Screening tests: Blood tests, hearing and vision screenings, and other diagnostic tests to identify potential health issues early.
4. Developmental assessments: Evaluations of a child's cognitive, emotional, social, and physical development to ensure they are meeting age-appropriate milestones.
5. Dental care: Preventive dental services such as cleanings, fluoride treatments, and sealants, as well as restorative care for cavities or other dental problems.
6. Mental health services: Counseling, therapy, and medication management for children experiencing emotional or behavioral challenges.
7. Nutrition counseling: Education and support to help families make healthy food choices and promote good nutrition.
8. Chronic disease management: Coordinated care for children with ongoing medical conditions such as asthma, diabetes, or cerebral palsy.
9. Injury prevention: Programs that teach parents and children about safety measures to reduce the risk of accidents and injuries.
10. Public health initiatives: Community-based programs that promote healthy lifestyles, provide access to healthcare services, and address social determinants of health such as poverty, housing, and education.

Hematologic diseases, also known as hematological disorders, refer to a group of conditions that affect the production, function, or destruction of blood cells or blood-related components, such as plasma. These diseases can affect erythrocytes (red blood cells), leukocytes (white blood cells), and platelets (thrombocytes), as well as clotting factors and hemoglobin.

Hematologic diseases can be broadly categorized into three main types:

1. Anemia: A condition characterized by a decrease in the total red blood cell count, hemoglobin, or hematocrit, leading to insufficient oxygen transport to tissues and organs. Examples include iron deficiency anemia, sickle cell anemia, and aplastic anemia.
2. Leukemia and other disorders of white blood cells: These conditions involve the abnormal production or function of leukocytes, which can lead to impaired immunity and increased susceptibility to infections. Examples include leukemias (acute lymphoblastic leukemia, chronic myeloid leukemia), lymphomas, and myelodysplastic syndromes.
3. Platelet and clotting disorders: These diseases affect the production or function of platelets and clotting factors, leading to abnormal bleeding or clotting tendencies. Examples include hemophilia, von Willebrand disease, thrombocytopenia, and disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC).

Hematologic diseases can have various causes, including genetic defects, infections, autoimmune processes, environmental factors, or malignancies. Proper diagnosis and management of these conditions often require the expertise of hematologists, who specialize in diagnosing and treating disorders related to blood and its components.

A kidney, in medical terms, is one of two bean-shaped organs located in the lower back region of the body. They are essential for maintaining homeostasis within the body by performing several crucial functions such as:

1. Regulation of water and electrolyte balance: Kidneys help regulate the amount of water and various electrolytes like sodium, potassium, and calcium in the bloodstream to maintain a stable internal environment.

2. Excretion of waste products: They filter waste products from the blood, including urea (a byproduct of protein metabolism), creatinine (a breakdown product of muscle tissue), and other harmful substances that result from normal cellular functions or external sources like medications and toxins.

3. Endocrine function: Kidneys produce several hormones with important roles in the body, such as erythropoietin (stimulates red blood cell production), renin (regulates blood pressure), and calcitriol (activated form of vitamin D that helps regulate calcium homeostasis).

4. pH balance regulation: Kidneys maintain the proper acid-base balance in the body by excreting either hydrogen ions or bicarbonate ions, depending on whether the blood is too acidic or too alkaline.

5. Blood pressure control: The kidneys play a significant role in regulating blood pressure through the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system (RAAS), which constricts blood vessels and promotes sodium and water retention to increase blood volume and, consequently, blood pressure.

Anatomically, each kidney is approximately 10-12 cm long, 5-7 cm wide, and 3 cm thick, with a weight of about 120-170 grams. They are surrounded by a protective layer of fat and connected to the urinary system through the renal pelvis, ureters, bladder, and urethra.

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Mesenchymoma is a very rare type of tumor that contains a mixture of different types of mesenchymal tissues, such as muscle, fat, bone, cartilage, or fibrous tissue. It typically occurs in children and young adults, and can be found in various parts of the body, including the head, neck, retroperitoneum (the area behind the abdominal cavity), and the limbs.

Mesenchymomas are usually slow-growing and may not cause any symptoms until they reach a large size. Treatment typically involves surgical removal of the tumor, but radiation therapy or chemotherapy may also be used in some cases. The prognosis for mesenchymoma depends on several factors, including the location and size of the tumor, the patient's age and overall health, and the specific types of tissue that are present in the tumor.

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... and fast-growing atypical teratoid rhabdoid tumor (AT/RT). The Bowens transferred to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital in ... Ben had a normal infancy until age 16 months, when he was diagnosed with a golf-ball-sized tumor in the middle of his brain. ... Ben Bowen went to Cincinnati Children's Hospital for emergency brain surgery.[citation needed] The tumor proved to be a very ... Biography portal List of notable brain tumor patients Stein, Deanne (February 27, 2005). "'Big Ben" Bowen Dies". WOWK-TV, ...
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Hannah's Gift tells the story of Hannah Catherine Martell, a young girl who was diagnosed with a rhabdoid tumor of the kidney, ...
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Malignant rhabdoid tumor was initially described in 1978 as a rhabdomyosarcomatoid variant of a Wilms tumor because of its ... Introduction Malignant rhabdoid tumor (MRT) is one of the most aggressive and lethal malignancies in pediatric oncology. ... The histogenetic origin of malignant rhabdoid tumor (MRT) remains obscure. Rhabdoid tumor cells are polyphenotypic, with an ... encoded search term (Malignant Rhabdoid Tumor) and Malignant Rhabdoid Tumor What to Read Next on Medscape ...
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Rhabdoid tumors are caused by the deletion of SMARCB1, whose protein encodes the SMARCB1 subunit of the chromatin remodeling ... Keywords: CDK9, BRD4, rhabdoid tumors, synergistic, SMARCB1. Received: January 18, 2017 Accepted: June 01, 2017 Published: June ... Combined BRD4 and CDK9 inhibition as a new therapeutic approach in malignant rhabdoid tumors. ... 1Institute of Molecular Tumor Biology, Westfalian Wilhelms University, Muenster, Germany. 2University Childrens Hospital ...
Inactivation of the tumor suppressor gene SMARCB1 has been shown in rhabdoid tumors regardless of anatomic location, suggesting ... Inactivation of the tumor suppressor gene SMARCB1 has been shown in rhabdoid tumors regardless of anatomic location, suggesting ... Inactivation of the tumor suppressor gene SMARCB1 has been shown in rhabdoid tumors regardless of anatomic location, suggesting ... Inactivation of the tumor suppressor gene SMARCB1 has been shown in rhabdoid tumors regardless of anatomic location, suggesting ...
Malignant rhabdoid tumor of the kidney (RTK) is a rare and highly aggressive pediatric malignancy. Immune system dysfunction is ... Correlation analysis between the risk score of our model and tumor-infiltrating cell were also investigated. Results: Twenty ... Correlation analysis between the risk score of our model and tumor-infiltrating cell were also investigated. Results: Twenty ... Immune system dysfunction is significantly correlated with tumor initiation and progression. Methods: We integrated and ...
Atypical Teratoid Rhabdoid Tumors (AT/RT) and Extra-CNS Malignant Rhabdoid Tumors (MRT) and in Combination Therapy in Newly ... with loss of INI1 or BRG1 expression in tumor cells confirmed by immunohistochemistry, or by molecular confirmation of tumor- ... atypical teratoid rhabdoid tumor in the CNS) (Stratum A1) treated with alisertib and to determine if the response is sufficient ... malignant rhabdoid tumor outside the CNS) (Stratum A2) treated with alisertib and to determine if the response is sufficient to ...
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The term malignant rhabdoid tumor (MRT) was originally used to describe a variant of pediatric renal tumor, which was ... In summary, rhabdoid tumors of the gastrointestinal tract are rare and associated with a poor prognosis. They do not respond to ... Malignant extrarenal rhabdoid tumors (MERT) of the gastrointestinal tract are extremely rare. To our knowledge, only 10 cases ... Ten cases of primary colonic malignant extrarenal rhabdoid tumors (MERT) have been reported. We report a case in a 31-year-old ...
2014). Rhabdoid tumors are rare aggressive tumors found in children and can be involved in rhabdoid tumor predisposition ... of patients with malignant rhabdoid tumors have synchronous or metachronous brain tumors. In the CNS, where rhabdoid tumors are ... clinically and molecularly resemble atypical teratoid/rhabdoid tumors (ATRTs) and malignant rhabdoid tumors (MRTs) (Foulkes et ... rhabdoid tumors were found in the kidney, but have since been found in the liver, soft tissue, lung, skin, heart and the ...
... Eur. J. Gynaecol. Oncol. 2002, 23(5), 447-449 ... Malignant rhabdoid tumors of the vulva are rare neoplasms which most of the time show aggressive behavior and a dismal prog- ... We report a case of malignant rhabdoid tumor of the clitoris occurring in an elderly patient. Due to the similarities that ... these neoplasms show with other low-differentiated tumors, immunohistochemical and ultrastructural assessment should always be ...
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  • Considerable debate has been focused on whether atypical teratoid rhabdoid tumors are the same as rhabdoid tumours of the kidney (i.e., just extrarenal MRTs). (wikipedia.org)
  • When MRTs are present in the brain, they are called atypical teratoid/rhabdoid tumors (AT/RT), which accounts for 1-2% of central nervous system tumors in children (2). (goldenhelix.com)
  • A stereotactic needle biopsy was performed and using microscopy it was diagnosed as atypical teratoid/rhabdoid tumors (AT/RT). (goldenhelix.com)
  • Previous studies have reported that 10-15% of patients with RTKs had primary central nervous system (CNS) disease, which is currently designated as atypical teratoid-rhabdoid tumors [ 2 ]. (aging-us.com)
  • 2014). SCCOHT can often be difficult to distinguish from other primary and metastatic ovarian cancers, and morphologically, clinically and molecularly resemble atypical teratoid/rhabdoid tumors (ATRTs) and malignant rhabdoid tumors (MRTs) (Foulkes et al. (preventiongenetics.com)
  • Atypical Teratoid/Rhabdoid Tumors Are Comprised of Three Epigenetic Subgroups with Distinct Enhancer Landscapes. (uni-heidelberg.de)
  • There have been some references in the literature alluding to a new diagnosis called rhabdoid predisposition syndrome related to the gene hSNF5/INI1. (wikipedia.org)
  • SMARCB1 gene have been identified in people with rhabdoid tumor predisposition syndrome (RTPS). (nih.gov)
  • Rhabdoid tumour predisposition syndrome 2 (RTPS2) is an autosomal dominant syndrome predisposing to childhood-onset rhabdoid tumours and small cell carcinoma of the ovary, hypercalcaemic type (SCCOHT) and is due to a heritable pathogenic variant in the SMARCA4 gene. (eviq.org.au)
  • Although most mutations in SMARCB1 primarily occur de novo, familial cases have been reported and if inherited leads to a condition called rhabdoid tumor predisposition syndrome (RTPS). (goldenhelix.com)
  • Individuals who are clinically suspected or diagnosed with SCCOHT, individuals with rhabdoid tumor predisposition syndrome who have been found to be negative for pathogenic variants in the SMARCB1 gene, and individuals with a family history of a pathogenic variant in SMARCA4 may be tested. (preventiongenetics.com)
  • 2014). Rhabdoid tumors are rare aggressive tumors found in children and can be involved in rhabdoid tumor predisposition syndrome, especially when a family history is present. (preventiongenetics.com)
  • 2014). Pathogenic variants in this gene also cause autosomal dominant rhabdoid tumor predisposition syndrome (Schneppenheim et al. (preventiongenetics.com)
  • Missense pathogenic variants appear to be responsible for Coffin-Siris syndrome whereas nonsense, splicing, indels, small insertions and deletion variants are reportedly responsible for SCCOHT and rhabdoid tumor predisposition syndrome (Human Gene Mutation Database). (preventiongenetics.com)
  • DICER1 syndrome, also known as DICER1-pleuropulmonary blastoma familial tumor predisposition syndrome, is a condition in which an individual is born with genetic changes that predispose him or her to develop benign and malignant tumors during childhood, through adolescence and, rarely, as an adult. (choa.org)
  • We now know that many pediatric brain tumors may be caused by an underlying cancer predisposition syndrome. (uclahealth.org)
  • Our Pediatric Brain Tumor Program works closely with the Pediatric Cancer Predisposition Clinic, where our pediatric oncologists, geneticists, genetic counselors and social workers provide cutting-edge diagnostic and surveillance recommendations for patients with inherited risk factors. (uclahealth.org)
  • Epithelioid sarcoma Atypical teratoid rhabdoid tumour Beckwith JB, Palmer NF (1978). (wikipedia.org)
  • Rhabdoid tumours can occur in almost any anatomic location, commonly in the central nervous system (atypical teratoid/rhabdoid tumour). (eviq.org.au)
  • Malignant rhabdoid tumour (MRT) is a very aggressive form of tumour originally described as a variant of Wilms' tumour, which is primarily a kidney tumour that occurs mainly in children. (wikipedia.org)
  • MRT was first described as a variant of Wilms' tumour of the kidney in 1978. (wikipedia.org)
  • Malignant rhabdoid tumor (MRT) was initially described in 1978 as a rhabdomyosarcomatoid variant of a Wilms tumor because of its occurrence in the kidney and because of the resemblance of its cells to rhabdomyoblasts. (medscape.com)
  • Although renal malignant rhabdoid tumor was historically included in treatment protocols of the National Wilms Tumor Study (NWTS) Group, this tumor is now recognized as an entity separate from a Wilms tumor. (medscape.com)
  • In contrast to a Wilms tumor, a MRT of the kidney is characterized by the early onset of local and distant metastases and resistance to chemotherapy. (medscape.com)
  • Wilms tumor and other childhood kidney tumors treatment usually includes surgery and may be followed by radiation therapy or chemotherapy. (nih.gov)
  • The term malignant rhabdoid tumor (MRT) was originally used to describe a variant of pediatric renal tumor, which was clinicopathologically distinct from Wilms tumors. (practicalgastro.com)
  • Wilms tumor , or nephroblastoma, is the most common solid renal mass and abdominal malignancy of childhood, with a prevalence of 1 case per 10,000 population. (medscape.com)
  • Most children with Wilms tumor will present with signs of a renal condition, including abdominal swelling or a suspicious mass. (medscape.com)
  • MRI diffusion studies have been shown to help differentiate Wilms tumor from neuroblastoma, with the apparent diffusion coefficient (ADC) being substantially higher for Wilms tumor. (medscape.com)
  • About 5% of renal masses that are initially thought to be Wilms tumor are subsequently diagnosed as another condition. (medscape.com)
  • Although modern imaging techniques such as color Doppler sonography, helical or multidetector-row CT, and MRI have substantially improved the potential to image Wilms tumors, definitive diagnosis is still based on histology. (medscape.com)
  • If a Wilms tumor is suspected or if the primary tumor is histologically confirmed, it should be staged by using CT or MRI. (medscape.com)
  • In a study of ultrasound and laboratory findings in Wilms tumor survivors with a solitary kidney, signs of kidney damage were seen in 22 of 53 patients (41.5%) on ultrasonography. (medscape.com)
  • Our nationally recognized pediatric cancer program offers a range of treatments for children with Wilms tumor and other childhood kidney cancers. (choa.org)
  • Wilms tumor-also known as nephroblastoma-is a cancerous solid tumor that occurs in the kidneys. (choa.org)
  • A Gradual Transition Toward Anaplasia in Wilms Tumor Through Tolerance to Genetic Damage. (lu.se)
  • Resolving the Pathogenesis of Anaplastic Wilms Tumors through Spatial Mapping of Cancer Cell Evolution. (lu.se)
  • citation needed] The histologic diagnosis of malignant rhabdoid tumour depends on identification of characteristic rhabdoid cells-large cells with eccentrically located nuclei and abundant, eosinophilic cytoplasm. (wikipedia.org)
  • Due to the similarities that these neoplasms show with other low-differentiated tumors, immunohistochemical and ultrastructural assessment should always be con-ducted so that accurate diagnosis is achieved. (imrpress.com)
  • Not all individuals with a diagnosis of DICER1 syndrome will develop tumors or cancer. (choa.org)
  • The role of urinary cytology in the preoperative diagnosis of the above-mentioned tumors has rarely been reported. (cytojournal.com)
  • Although the sample size is small, this study highlights the relevance of urine cytology in the preoperative diagnosis of these rare non-urothelial tumors of the bladder. (cytojournal.com)
  • Tumour classification systems provide the foundation for tumour diagnosis and patient therapy and a critical basis for epidemiological and clinical studies. (ersjournals.com)
  • 6 - 8 In contrast, there are studies suggesting that DWI may be highly accurate in tumor diagnosis in the pediatric posterior fossa. (ajnr.org)
  • We hypothesized that overlap cases would be infrequent and would have obvious technical or histologic causes and that anatomic tumor features could supplement DWI to provide accurate diagnosis in these cases. (ajnr.org)
  • In MRTs, the INI1 gene (SMARCB1) on chromosome 22q functions as a classic tumour suppressor gene. (wikipedia.org)
  • Combined analyses including FISH, coding sequence analysis, high-density single nucleotide polymorphism-based oligonucleotide arrays, and multiplex ligation-dependent probe amplification enable the identification of biallelic, inactivating perturbations of SMARCB1 in nearly all MRTs, consistent with the 2-hit model of tumor formation. (medscape.com)
  • Because of the influence on different cell cycle processes, SMARCB1 is understood to be a tumor suppressor gene. (goldenhelix.com)
  • Through these processes, the SMARCB1 protein and other SWI/SNF subunits are thought to act as tumor suppressors. (goldenhelix.com)
  • SMARCB1 Loss, SMARCB1fs, SMARCB1 Mutation, ZNF217 T198M, and WHSC1L1 D994Y are the most common alterations in atypical teratoid/rhabdoid tumor [ 2 ]. (mycancergenome.org)
  • SMARCB1, Ganglioside, and H3F3A are the most frequent gene inclusion criteria for atypical teratoid/rhabdoid tumor clinical trials [ 3 ]. (mycancergenome.org)
  • Rhabdoid tumors are caused by the deletion of SMARCB1 , whose protein encodes the SMARCB1 subunit of the chromatin remodeling complex SWI/SNF that is involved in global chromatin organization and gene expression control. (oncotarget.com)
  • Inactivation of the tumor suppressor gene SMARCB1 has been shown in rhabdoid tumors regardless of anatomic location, suggesting a common genetic basis. (elsevierpure.com)
  • We used microarrays to compare gene expression profilings in various SMARCB1-deficient tumors. (refine.bio)
  • Pediatric brain tumors may be non-cancerous (benign) or cancerous (malignant). (uclahealth.org)
  • Our anecdotal experience, from several years of routine DWI in pediatric brain tumors, has been that ADC values have not been as helpful as in these reports. (ajnr.org)
  • This observation is not surprising because rhabdoid tumours at both locations possess similar histologic, clinical, and demographic features. (wikipedia.org)
  • Sarcomatoid renal cell carcinoma (SRCC) is currently defined in the 2004 World Health Organization (WHO) classification of renal tumors as any histologic type of renal cell carcinoma (RCC) containing foci of high-grade malignant spindle cells. (medscape.com)
  • In cases in which the histologic subtype of the RCC component is not recognizable, the tumor is designated as unclassified RCC with sarcomatoid differentiation. (medscape.com)
  • [ 13 , 14 ] MRT usually arises in children younger than 3 years, and the occasional cases previously reported as adult MRT are now considered more likely to be RRCC in which rhabdoid components have overgrown the original histologic tumor type. (medscape.com)
  • Currently, the 2004 WHO classification of renal tumors recognizes this transformation as "sarcomatoid change" or "sarcomatoid features" arising within RCC, rather than as a separate histologic entity. (medscape.com)
  • Kepes JJ, Moral LA, Wilkinson SB, Abdullah A, Llena JF: Rhabdoid transformation of tumor cells in meningiomas: a histologic indication of increased proliferative activity: report of four cases. (karger.com)
  • [ 3 ] Consequently, grading each tumor requires an integrated analysis of histologic features and molecular signatures specific to that tumor type. (medscape.com)
  • The overlap in ADC between tumor types appeared partly due to technical factors (in small, heterogeneous, calcific, or hemorrhagic tumors) but also likely reflected true histologic variability, given that our 3 overlap cases included a desmoplastic medulloblastoma, an anaplastic ependymoma, and a JPA with restricted diffusion in its nodule. (ajnr.org)
  • DWI might, in theory, effectively distinguish tumor types and histologic grades because higher grade tumors with more densely packed cells should have increasingly restricted diffusion (with a lower ADC). (ajnr.org)
  • It is the most common primary intracranial neoplasm and the most diversified in histologic patterns among all primary tumors of the CNS. (medscape.com)
  • In meningiomas, one feature may be dominant over the other, and this phenomenon partly contributes to the rich diversification of histologic patterns in these tumors. (medscape.com)
  • Although some of the observed variants, such as chondroid meningiomas, clear-cell meningiomas, papillary meningiomas, and rhabdoid meningiomas, are associated with unfavorable prognoses, the other histologic patterns are not indicators of unfavorable biologic behavior. (medscape.com)
  • Malignant Rhabdoid tumors (MRT) are among the most aggressive and lethal forms of infant and child cancer (1). (goldenhelix.com)
  • Approximately 10-15% of patients with malignant rhabdoid tumors have synchronous or metachronous brain tumors. (preventiongenetics.com)
  • Malignant rhabdoid tumors of the vulva are rare neoplasms which most of the time show aggressive behavior and a dismal prog-nosis. (imrpress.com)
  • In the CNS, where rhabdoid tumors are termed ATRT (atypical teratoid, rhabdoid tumor), the most affected area is in the cerebellum (Bourdeaut et al. (preventiongenetics.com)
  • In a recent publication in Nature communications, Professor Dr. Ulrich Schüller, together with researchers from the Department of Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine / Pediatric Hematology and Oncology at Münster University Hospital, was able to identify a common genetic program for the subgroup of ATRT-MYC tumors and for the first time gather evidence that the tumors may have their origin in fetal primordial germ cells. (kinderkrebs-forschung.de)
  • The care of an individual who has developed a related tumour or cancer should be individualised based on their clinical situation, their family history and the monitoring they need as part of their treatment and post-treatment follow-up. (eviq.org.au)
  • It's pipeline products include Voyager-V1 for solid tumors, MV-NIS for bladder cancer, Voyager-V1 + pembrolizumab for non-small cell lung cancer, head and neck cancer, Voyager-V1 + cemiplimab for multiple cancer indications among others. (pharmaceutical-technology.com)
  • Brain and spinal cord tumors are a common type of childhood cancer. (vicc.org)
  • Although cancer is rare in children, brain and spinal cord tumors are the second most common type of childhood cancer , after leukemia . (vicc.org)
  • Metastatic tumors are formed by cancer cells that begin in other parts of the body and spread to the brain or spinal cord. (vicc.org)
  • Combining the latest proven technology and research with a caring, child-friendly approach makes the Aflac Cancer and Blood Disorders Center a top choice for the treatment of pediatric kidney tumors. (choa.org)
  • The mutation increases the overall risk for affected children to develop cancer or a number of benign tumors, especially at younger ages. (choa.org)
  • The Pediatric Brain Tumor Program is fully integrated in the world-renowned UCLA Brain Tumor Center and the UCLA Health Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center . (uclahealth.org)
  • The first solid tumor exomes to be investigated were from 11 breast and 11 colorectal cancer tissue samples. (frontiersin.org)
  • In solid tumors, the B7-H3 transmembrane protein is an emerging target that harbours two distinct epitope motifs, IgC and IgV, in its ectodomain. (nature.com)
  • However, the successful application of these emerging cell-based therapies in solid tumors remains limited. (nature.com)
  • Elizabeth Wickman, who is studying the development of CAR-T cell immunotherapy for treating solid tumors, enjoyed preparing for a remote qualifying exam. (stjude.org)
  • The study identified 2 genes known to contribute to tumor progression and 8 known to be present in tumor cells but which have unknown functions. (frontiersin.org)
  • See the PDQ summary on Adult Central Nervous System Tumors Treatment for more information about the treatment of adults. (vicc.org)
  • Regardless of location, all rhabdoid tumours are highly aggressive, have a poor prognosis, and tend to occur in children less than two years of age. (wikipedia.org)
  • Malignant rhabdoid tumor (MRT) is one of the most aggressive and lethal malignancies in pediatric oncology. (medscape.com)
  • Introduction: Non-central nervous system (non-CNS) rhabdoid tumors tend to present at a young age and have an extremely aggressive course, with dismal overall survival rates. (elsevierpure.com)
  • Background: Malignant rhabdoid tumor of the kidney (RTK) is a rare and highly aggressive pediatric malignancy. (aging-us.com)
  • RR CC was named for its morphologic resemblance to pediatric malignant rhabdoid tumor (MRT) of the kidney, which is a highly aggressive tumor characterized by cells that resemble rhabdomyoblasts and by genetic alterations involving chromosome 22, particularly the hSNF5/INI1 gene on 22q11.2. (medscape.com)
  • Tumors associated with NF2 may also have a more aggressive course. (medscape.com)
  • USA Primary Intracranial Atypical Teratoid/Rhabdoid Tumor in a Child with Canavan Disease Key Words Atypical teratoid tumor Canavan disease Central nervous system Rhabdoid tumor Abstract A primary intracranial atypical teratoid/rhabdoid tumor. (karger.com)
  • There are 11 clinical trials for atypical teratoid/rhabdoid tumor, of which 10 are open and 1 is completed or closed. (mycancergenome.org)
  • Etoposide, nivolumab, and cyclophosphamide are the most common interventions in atypical teratoid/rhabdoid tumor clinical trials. (mycancergenome.org)
  • APC is an inclusion eligibility criterion in 1 clinical trial for atypical teratoid/rhabdoid tumor, of which 1 is open and 0 are closed. (mycancergenome.org)
  • Oncolytic Virus to Target CD46 and SLC5A5 for Oncology is under clinical development by Vyriad and currently in Phase I for Atypical Teratoid Rhabdoid Tumor. (pharmaceutical-technology.com)
  • Through this joint research with Münster University Hospital, we were able to use specific models as well as single cell transcriptomatics to identify potential cells of origin of MYC-rhabdoid tumors and check the clinical relevance of DNA methyltransferase inhibitors as a potential therapeutic option," confirms Prof. Dr. Ulrich Schüller. (kinderkrebs-forschung.de)
  • In the context of EJP RD's ERN Workshops , a face-to-face workshop entitled "Rhabdoid tumors in clinic and research: From basic biology to the patient bed" aimed at discussing the current clinical standard of treatment in rhabdoid tumors, as well as the controversies in the rhabdoid tumors regimen is being organized by Dr. Pascal Johann of the Universitätsklinikum Augsburg . (fondation-maladiesrares.org)
  • Al-Habib A, Lach B, Al Khani A: Intracerebral rhabdoid and papillary meningioma with leptomeningeal spread and rapid clinical progression. (karger.com)
  • Because neoplasms in the CNS have widely varying features, clinical courses, and prognoses, a robust and reliable grading system is essential for the proper evaluation of CNS tumors. (medscape.com)
  • [ 2 ] Grade was applied across tumor types, regardless of differences in the clinical course and molecular behavior of different anaplastic tumor entities. (medscape.com)
  • Due to this change, tumor grades more accurately reflect the cellular behavior and subsequent clinical course of each neoplasm. (medscape.com)
  • Because the identification of key histopathologic features is highly sensitive to sampling, the new guidelines recommend using molecular signatures-which tend to be more diffuse and thus less sensitive to sampling-as a component in grading certain tumors and as a potential marker of clinical course and prognosis. (medscape.com)
  • The rhabdoid tumor of kindey (RTK) is a neoplasia with well defined clinical and pathological characteristics. (bvsalud.org)
  • Abstract The authors present the case of en bloc resection of a clival-C2 atypical teratoid/rhabdoid tumor. (d3b.center)
  • We offer a full range of treatment options for kids and young adults with kidney tumors. (choa.org)
  • Weeks and associates reported on 111 renal rhabdoid cases of which 13.5% also had a central nervous system malignancy. (wikipedia.org)
  • Conclusion: Survival rates for rhabdoid tumor remain poor, but prognosis is better in older children, regardless of primary tumor location. (elsevierpure.com)
  • citation needed] Recognition that both CNS atypical teratoid/rhabdoid tumours and MRTs have deletions of the INI1 gene in chromosome 22 indicates that rhabdoid tumours of the kidney and brain are identical or closely related entities, although the CNS variant tends to have its mutations on Taxon[medical citation needed] 9 and MRTs elsewhere. (wikipedia.org)
  • Moreover, 10-15% of patients with MRTs have synchronous or metachronous brain tumours, many of which are second primary malignant rhabdoid tumours. (wikipedia.org)
  • We are on the leading edge of brain tumor immunotherapy research. (uclahealth.org)
  • SNP array karyotyping can be used to distinguish, for example, a medulloblastoma with an isochromosome 17q from a primary rhabdoid tumour with loss of 22q11.2. (wikipedia.org)
  • One recent study showed no overlap between ADC values in the 3 main pediatric posterior fossa tumors: medulloblastoma ( n = 8), JPA ( n = 17), and ependymoma ( n = 5). (ajnr.org)
  • 1 had n = 12 10 and 1 found no overlap between ADC values in ependymoma ( n = 6) and primitive neuroectodermal tumor ( n = 9, including medulloblastoma). (ajnr.org)
  • After the primary tumor is surgically removed, chemotherapy and radiation are indicated as adjuvant therapy. (medscape.com)
  • At this point they knew he had a massive mass in his chest but that was all, they didn't know if it was malignant or benign but they did know chemotherapy needed to start immediately because the tumor was pushing on his spine & heart. (stbaldricks.org)
  • Treatments can include brain tumor scans and pediatric chemotherapy. (uclahealth.org)
  • Address for correspondence: Carlos Martin, chemotherapy for a rhabdoid tumor in dromic phase of HEV disease. (cdc.gov)
  • These tumors are histologically confirmed by having large cells with eccentrically located nuclei and abundant eosinophilic cytoplasm (Beckwith and Palmer 1978). (preventiongenetics.com)
  • Surgical pathology revealed a poorly differentiated malignant neoplasm with rhabdoid features, and 9 out of 15 pericolonic lymph nodes were positive for metastatic malignancy. (practicalgastro.com)
  • Treatment of metastatic brain and spinal cord tumors is not covered in this summary. (vicc.org)
  • Rhabdoid papillary meningiomas, encountered less often, should be distinguished from metastatic tumors of rhabdoid or papillary configuration, astrocytomas, ependymomas and atypical teratoid/rhabdoid tumor. (karger.com)
  • This similarity excludes composite rhabdoid tumours, which occur mainly in adults. (wikipedia.org)
  • Brain tumors can occur in both children and adults. (vicc.org)
  • Rhabdoid tumors (RT) are rare, but very aggressively growing tumors that occur in children during the first two years of life and can affect both the brain (intra-) and other (extra-) cranial organ systems (kidney, soft tissues). (kinderkrebs-forschung.de)
  • When these tumors occur in children, however, they are more often infratentorial, intraventricular, or intraparenchymal than in adults. (medscape.com)
  • This gene, often called a tumor suppressor gene, cannot protect cells from becoming cancerous when it isn't working properly. (choa.org)
  • The genetic changes that cause this syndrome are found in the DICER1 gene, a tumor suppressor gene. (choa.org)
  • A childhood brain or spinal cord tumor is a disease in which abnormal cells form in the tissues of the brain or spinal cord. (vicc.org)
  • There are many types of childhood brain and spinal cord tumors . (vicc.org)
  • The tumors are formed by the abnormal growth of cells and may begin in different areas of the brain or spinal cord . (vicc.org)
  • This summary is about primary benign and malignant brain and spinal cord tumors. (vicc.org)
  • The cause of most childhood brain and spinal cord tumors is unknown. (vicc.org)
  • The signs and symptoms of childhood brain and spinal cord tumors are not the same in every child. (vicc.org)
  • Where the tumor forms in the brain or spinal cord. (vicc.org)
  • Signs and symptoms may be caused by childhood brain and spinal cord tumors or by other conditions . (vicc.org)
  • In addition to these signs and symptoms of brain and spinal cord tumors, some children are unable to reach certain growth and development milestones such as sitting up, walking, and talking in sentences. (vicc.org)
  • Search for eosinophilic hyaline cytoplasm, rather than a fibrillary one, is critical for distinguishing it from other commonly encountered spinal cord tumors in the total absence of meningothelial whorls, like the present case. (karger.com)
  • We also emphasize that the present case is the first case of rhabdoid papillary meningioma with primary manifestation in the spinal cord. (karger.com)
  • Published in 2021, the fifth edition of the WHO Classification of Tumors of the CNS is the most recent version of the international standard for classifying brain and spinal cord tumors. (medscape.com)
  • [ 4 ] Tumors arising in the spinal cord have a distinctly high incidence in women. (medscape.com)
  • In the AMP guidelines interface the patient and sample information was entered and Central Nervous System/Brain was selected for the Tissue with Rhabdoid Meningioma (RHM) selected as the Tumor Type, Figure 2. (goldenhelix.com)
  • Figure 2: In the VSClinical AMP Workflow interface the Selected Tumor Type was set to Rhabdoid Meningioma. (goldenhelix.com)
  • Both rhabdoid and papillary meningioma are rare variants of meningioma categorized as WHO grade III. (karger.com)
  • Here, we report a rare case of combined rhabdoid papillary meningioma with discussion of its differential intraoperative cytologic diagnoses. (karger.com)
  • Hojo H, Abe M: Rhabdoid papillary meningioma. (karger.com)
  • Wakabayashi K, Suzuki N, Mori F, Kamada M, Hatanaka M: Rhabdoid cystic papillary meningioma with diffuse subarachnoid dissemination. (karger.com)
  • Eom KS, Kim DW, Kim TY: Diffuse craniospinal metastases of intraventricular rhabdoid papillary meningioma with glial fibrillary acidic protein expression: a case report. (karger.com)
  • Wu YT, Ho JT, Lin YJ, Lin JW: Rhabdoid papillary meningioma: a clinicopathologic case series study. (karger.com)
  • Meningioma comprises about one fourth of all primary tumors of the central nervous system (CNS). (medscape.com)
  • Meningioma is essentially a tumor of adulthood, with a peak incidence in the sixth decade of life. (medscape.com)
  • Rhabdoid tumours outside the kidney were later reported in many tissues including the liver, soft tissue, and the central nervous system. (wikipedia.org)
  • Although the cell of origin is not known, cytogenetic studies have suggested a common genetic basis for rhabdoid tumours regardless of location with abnormalities in chromosome 22 commonly occurring. (wikipedia.org)
  • There have been reported cases of a child having both atypical teratoid rhabdoid tumours in the brain as well as rhabdoid tumours of the kidney. (wikipedia.org)
  • In a recent study, Single nucleotide polymorphism array karyotyping identified deletions or LOH of 22q in 49/51 rhabdoid tumours. (wikipedia.org)
  • Finetti MA, Grabovska Y, Bailey S, Williamson D (2020) Translational genomics of malignant rhabdoid tumours: Current impact and future possibilities. (wikipedia.org)
  • There is no evidence for surveillance in individuals with SMARCA4-deficient non-rhabdoid tumours, but testing could be offered in the setting of a research protocol. (eviq.org.au)
  • Translational genomics of malignant rhabdoid tumours: Current impact and future possibilities. (ncl.ac.uk)
  • These tumors are characterized by an unusual combination of mixed cellular elements similar to but not typical of teratomas and can originate at any anatomic location. (goldenhelix.com)
  • Further progress will require a focus on therapies targeted at tumor biology rather than anatomic location for non-CNS rhabdoid tumors. (elsevierpure.com)
  • Ten cases of primary colonic malignant extrarenal rhabdoid tumors (MERT) have been reported. (practicalgastro.com)
  • Malignant extrarenal rhabdoid tumors (MERT) of the gastrointestinal tract are extremely rare. (practicalgastro.com)
  • 10 Malignant tumors with similarly appearing rhabdoid cells were subsequently described at extrarenal sites, and these have been described as MERT. (practicalgastro.com)
  • Therefore, the TNM (Tumor size, Nodal involvement, Metastases) system used for most non-CNS tumors is not commonly employed in the evaluation of CNS neoplasms. (medscape.com)
  • TSC is a rare genetic disorder that causes noncancerous (benign) tumors to grow throughout the body, often in the brain. (uclahealth.org)
  • We typically categorize these tumors based on where they are in the brain, how they look under a microscope and their genetic features. (uclahealth.org)
  • Definition of Genetic Events Directing the Development of Distinct Types of Brain Tumors from Postnatal Neural Stem/Progenitor Cells. (lu.se)
  • To open the way for new, effective therapies, the aim of research is to understand the origin and biology of tumors as fully as possible. (kinderkrebs-forschung.de)
  • This test is specifically designed for heritable germline mutations and is not appropriate for the detection of somatic mutations in tumor tissue. (preventiongenetics.com)
  • Originally, rhabdoid tumors were found in the kidney, but have since been found in the liver, soft tissue, lung, skin, heart and the central nervous system (CNS). (preventiongenetics.com)
  • High-grade tumors are likely to grow quickly and spread into other brain tissue. (vicc.org)
  • SCCOHT/ovarian rhabdoid tumor: A case report]. (bvsalud.org)
  • Using this approach did not result in a conclusive pathogenic SNVs associated with rhabdoid tumors. (goldenhelix.com)
  • 11 As such, phenotypic heterogeneity is observed in different tumors as well as in the same tumor. (practicalgastro.com)
  • Functional malignant cell heterogeneity in pancreatic neuroendocrine tumors revealed by targeting of PDGF-DD. (lu.se)
  • Magnetic resonance imaging was requested, which identified a small tumor in the brain. (goldenhelix.com)
  • Benign brain tumors may grow and press on nearby areas of the brain. (vicc.org)
  • Malignant brain tumors may be low grade or high grade . (vicc.org)
  • When a tumor grows into or presses on an area of the brain, it may stop that part of the brain from working the way it should. (vicc.org)
  • Our pediatric brain tumor team offers an unmatched level of care in our region. (uclahealth.org)
  • Why choose UCLA Health for pediatric brain tumor care? (uclahealth.org)
  • Our pediatric brain tumor specialists work together to provide comprehensive care for your child, as well as support for your whole family. (uclahealth.org)
  • Specialists in the UCLA Health Pediatric Brain Tumor Program work closely with physicians who treat patients with related conditions. (uclahealth.org)
  • We routinely hold comprehensive brain tumor conferences where specialists in pediatric neuro-oncology, neurosurgery, radiation oncology, neuropathology, neuro-ophthalmology, neuroradiology and social work meet to discuss each patient. (uclahealth.org)
  • Our Pediatric Brain Tumor Program also works closely with the UCLA Comprehensive Neurofibromatosis (NF) and Schwannomatosis Program, which is designated by the Children's Tumor Foundation as an affiliate NF clinic. (uclahealth.org)
  • Brain Tumor Pathol 2001;18:155-159. (karger.com)
  • This is because the brain lacks lymphatics, and thus CNS tumors rarely spread beyond the CNS. (medscape.com)
  • 1 Unfortunately, it is well-known that overlap between tumor grades and types is generally too great to specifically diagnose individual brain tumors with DWI alone, in adults 2 - 5 or children. (ajnr.org)
  • The cerebellum is the most common location for primary intracerebral MRT (i.e., atypical teratoid rhabdoid tumor). (wikipedia.org)
  • At a large tertiary referral pediatric hospital, we examined initial pre-resection imaging and pathology reports for all children who had surgical biopsy or resection of a tumor located in the cerebellum and/or fourth ventricle from 2006 to 2009. (ajnr.org)
  • Since then, the guidelines have been revised and fine-tuned as scientific understanding of CNS tumors improved, culminating in the fifth edition, published in 2021. (medscape.com)
  • [ 2 ] Prior to 2021, an "anaplastic" tumor was categorized as Grade III regardless of whether the tumor was an anaplastic astrocytoma, anaplastic oligodendroglioma, or anaplastic ependymoma. (medscape.com)
  • Table 2 delineates the possible grades for each specific tumor type described in the 2021 WHO Classification of CNS Tumors. (medscape.com)