Malignancy Collection (#2)

Immunotherapy, artwork
Immunotherapy. Computer artwork of immunotherapy being used to destroy a tumour (right). Immunotherapy uses the bodys immune system to fight a disease

Total mesorectal excision, artwork C016 / 6996
Total mesorectal excision (TME). Artwork of the pelvis and the area of the colon and rectum that is removed in total mesorectal excision

Colon cancer, barium contrast CT scan
Colon cancer. Coloured barium contrast computed tomography (CT) scan, and 3D CT colonoscopy image (inset), of an axial section through the sigmoid colon (large intestine) of a 54-year-old patient

Colon cancer, 3D colonoscopy image
Colon cancer. 3D colonoscopy image showing the location of a cancerous growth (centre right) in the colon of a 59-year-old patient. Here, the growth has caused a narrowing (stenosis) of the colon

Ductal breast cancer, TEM
Ductal breast cancer. Transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of a section through breast tissue, showing malignant (cancerous) epithelial cells arising from the milk ducts of the breast

Liver cancer cells, SEM
Liver cancer cells. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of two hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) cells, showing the numerous filopodia (hair-like) covering their surface

Colorectal cancer cell, SEM
Colorectal cancer cell. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a cancer cell from the human colon (large intestine). Cancer of the colon is also known as colorectal cancer

Colon cancer, CT scans
Colon cancer. 2D computed tomography (CT) rendering (left) and 3D colonoscopy image (right) showing the location of a cancerous growth in the colon of a 59-year-old patient

Leukaemia cell, SEM
Leukaemia cell. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a leukaemic (cancerous) lymphocyte white blood cell (green), amongst normal red blood cells (erythrocytes, red)

Metastatic cancer, artwork C016 / 6258
Metastatic cancer. Computer artwork showing malignant cancer cells (white) migrating into the blood stream (red) and lymphatic system (blue)

Stages of cancer, artwork C016 / 6257
Stages of cancer. Computer artwork showing three stages of cancer (whiteish cells). From left to right: benign (non-cancerous)

Bowel cancer, light micrograph C016 / 0511
Bowel cancer. Light micrograph of a section through a carcinoid tumour in the small bowel. The tumour has invaded the submucosa of the bowel

Thymus gland cancer, light micrograph C015 / 7128
Thymus cancer. Light micrograph of a section through a thymus gland with thymoma cancer. The thymus is a gland in the upper chest that plays an important role in the immune system

Secondary bone cancer, X-ray C018 / 0594
Secondary bone cancer. X-ray of the shoulders of a 39 year old patient with metastatic (secondary) bone cancer. This cancer has spread from a primary thyroid cancer

Secondary bone cancer, X-ray C018 / 0531
Secondary bone cancer. X-ray of the knees of a 68 year old patient with metastatic (secondary) bone cancer of the left patella (knee cap). This cancer has spread from a primary lung cancer

Liver cancer, CT scan C018 / 0461
Liver cancer. Coloured computed tomography (CT) scan of the abdomen of a 50 year old alcoholic patient with liver cancer. The liver (orange) is enlarged due to the presence of the tumour

Secondary bone cancer, X-ray C018 / 0595
Secondary bone cancer. X-ray of the left shoulder of a 39 year old patient with metastatic (secondary) bone cancer. This cancer has spread from a primary thyroid cancer

Colon cancer, barium X-ray C018 / 0574
Colon cancer. Coloured X-ray of the large intestine of a 62 year old patient with cancer of the sigmoid colon. The patient was given a barium enema prior to the X-ray to show up any abnormalities

Liver cancer, CT scan C018 / 0462
Liver cancer. Computed tomography (CT) scan of the abdomen of a 50 year old alcoholic patient with liver cancer. The liver (left to upper centre) is enlarged due to the presence of the tumour

Liver cancer, CT scan C018 / 0460
Liver cancer. Coloured computed tomography (CT) scan of the abdomen of a 50 year old alcoholic patient with liver cancer. The liver (orange) is enlarged due to the presence of the tumour

Secondary bone cancer, X-ray C018 / 0596
Secondary bone cancer. Coloured X-ray of the left shoulder of a 39 year old patient with metastatic (secondary) bone cancer. This cancer has spread from a primary thyroid cancer

Secondary bone cancer, X-ray C017 / 7161
Secondary bone cancer. X-ray of the abdomen of a 40 year old female with metastatic (secondary) bone cancer (bright white areas). The cancer has metastasised (spread) from a primary cancer

Glioblastoma brain tumour, DTI MRI scan C017 / 7052
Glioblastoma brain tumour. 3D diffusion tensor imaging (DTI) magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan of nerve pathways (coloured) around a glioblastoma (upper right) in the brain

Mouth cancer cell, SEM C014 / 1460
Mouth cancer cell. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a squamous cell carcinoma (cancer) cell from a human mouth

HeLa cells, SEM C014 / 0366
HeLa cells. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of HeLa cells (round) grown in a 3D matrix (background). HeLa cells are a continuously cultured cell line of immortal human cancer cells

Mouth cancer cell, SEM C014 / 1459
Mouth cancer cell. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a squamous cell carcinoma (cancer) cell from a human mouth

Dividing cancer cell, SEM C014 / 0362
Dividing cancer cell. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a colorectal cancer cell undergoing mitosis (nuclear division) and splitting into two daughter cells (left and right)

HeLa cells, SEM C014 / 0369
HeLa cells. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of HeLa cells (round) grown in a 3D matrix (background). HeLa cells are a continuously cultured cell line of immortal human cancer cells

Ovarian cyst in abdomen, artwork
Ovarian cyst in abdomen. Artwork of a large ovarian cyst (centre left) in a dissected human abdomen, seen from above. The uterus (centre) and the ovaries are part of the female reproductive system

Mouth cancer cells, SEM
Mouth cancer cells. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of squamous cell carcinoma (cancer) cells from a human mouth

Mouth cancer cell dividing, SEM
Mouth cancer dividing. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a squamous cell carcinoma (cancer) cell from a human mouth undergoing mitosis (nuclear division)

Mouth cancer cell, SEM
Mouth cancer cell. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) showing the surface of a squamous cell carcinoma (cancer) cell from a human mouth

Liver cancer cell, SEM
Liver cancer cell. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) cell, showing the numerous filopodia (hair-like) covering its surface

Dividing liver cancer cell, SEM
Dividing liver cancer cell. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) cell undergoing mitosis (nuclear division)

Stomach cancer, barium X-ray
Stomach cancer. Coloured frontal X-ray of the upper gastroduodenal tract of a patient with stomach cancer (grey, upper centre)

Secondary bowel cancer, endoscopic view C016 / 8337
Secondary bowel cancer. Endoscopic view of the interior of a patients descending duodenum (first part of the small intestine), showing cancer that has spread (metastasised) from the pancreas

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"Malignancy: Unveiling the Battle Within" In this captivating journey through the realm of malignancy, we witness the relentless struggle between T lymphocytes and cancer cells. A mesmerizing SEM image (C001 / 1679) reveals a colorful spectacle as lymphocytes valiantly attack a cancer cell, embodying hope in the face of adversity. Moving deeper into this intricate world, an ovarian cancer light micrograph (C015 / 7103) unveils the hidden intricacies of this disease. The delicate brushstrokes of an oil painting depicting breast cancer (C017 / 1273) evoke both beauty and pain, reminding us that art can capture even the most complex emotions. Venturing into the depths of our minds, brain tumors come to life through fMRI and tractography scans (C017 / 7102). These images showcase not only their physical presence but also their impact on neural pathways. DTI modeling (C017 / 7060) further unravels these enigmatic growths while three-dimensional CT scans (C016 / 6414) provide a comprehensive view from all angles. The battle against malignancy extends beyond just one organ or system. Throat cancer X-rays and secondary lung cancers X-ray serve as stark reminders that no part is immune to its reach. An ultrasound scan exposes secondary liver cancer's insidious invasion (C017/7764), urging us to remain vigilant in our fight against this formidable foe. A cross-section diagram portrays a vivid snapshot of a malignant tumor's complexity - calcium deposits, blood vessels, tumorous outgrowths - all entwined with nerve fibers amidst ulcerated areas and bleeding wounds. This visual representation serves as a reminder that behind every diagnosis lies an intricate web affecting multiple facets of our being. As science progresses hand-in-hand with compassion, we delve deeper into understanding malignancies' secrets.