Oncology Collection (page 4)

Tumour, computer artwork F007 / 0212
Tumour, computer artwork. Tumours are caused by the uncontrolled growth of previously normal cells. The resulting growth (blue) can invade and damage surrounding tissue

Bone cancer, light micrograph F006 / 9810
Bone cancer. Light micrograph of a section through an undifferentiated pleomorphic sarcoma of bone. This is a malignant (cancerous) tumour. Magnification: x200 when printed at 10 centimetres wide

Metastatic breast cancer F006 / 9802
Metastatic breast cancer. Light micrograph of a section through a lymph node showing a malignant (cancerous) tumour (purple) that originated in the breast

Female lung cancer, artwork
Female lung cancer, computer artwork

Lung cancer, artwork
Lung cancer, computer artwork

NK cells attacking cancer cells, artwork
NK cells attacking cancer cells. Computer artwork of human Natural Killer (NK) cells (small, round) attacking cancer cells (large, round)

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

Cancer cells spreading, artwork
Cancer cells spreading. Computer artwork showing cancerous cells (blue) migrating from a tumour (upper centre) into the blood stream (centre)

Spinal cancer, MRI scan
Spinal cancer. Coloured magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan of a sagittal section through the cervical (neck) region of the spine of a 22-year-old patient

Secondary spinal cancer, MRI scan
Secondary spinal cancer. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan of a section through the spine of a 48-year-old patient, showing malignant (cancerous) tumours

Metastatic cancer, artwork
Metastatic cancer. Computer artwork of a section through a persons upper body and head, showing a primary cancer in the right liver (lower left) that has spread (metastasised)

Cancer blood supply, conceptual image C016 / 7505
Cancer blood supply, conceptual image. Computer artwork representing the blood supply to a cancerous (malignant) tumour

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

Acute myeloid leukaemia, micrograph
Acute myeloid leukaemia. Light micrograph of blood cells from bone marrow in a case of acute myeloid leukaemia. These cells include a monocytoid myeloblast stem cell

Breast lumps, MRI
Breast lumps. Coloured magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan of the chest of a 20-year-old patient, showing multiple fibroadenomas (light patches) in both breasts

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

Blood cell cancer, light micrograph
Blood cell cancer. Light micrograph of blood cells from a lymphatic ganglion in a case of a blood cancer of a mixed cell type

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

Bicalutamide drug binding to receptor. Molecular model of the drug bicalutamide (lower right) binding to a receptor protein (ribbons)

Lymphoblastic sarcoma, light micrograph
Lymphoblastic sarcoma. Light micrograph of blood cells from bone marrow in a case of lymphoblastic sarcoma. These small lymphoblasts (dark red) characteristically have conspicuous nucleoli

Multiple myeloma, light micrograph
Multiple myeloma. Light micrograph of dystrophy (abnormality) of plasmocyte blood cells from bone marrow in a case of multiple myeloma, also known as Kahlers disease or plasma cell myeloma

Nilotinib drug, molecular model. Nilotinib is a drug used for the treatment of chronic myelogenous leukemia (CML), a cancer of the blood

Imatinib drug, molecular model. Imatinib is a drug used to treat a variety of cancers, including several types of leukaemia. It is a BCR-ABL inhibitor that works by blocking a tyrosine kinase enzyme

Lymphoplasmacytic lymphoma, micrograph
Lymphoplasmacytic lymphoma. Light micrograph of a mixture of small lymphocytes and plasma cells from bone marrow in a case of lymphoplasmacytic lymphoma, also known as Waldenstroms macroglobulinemia

Hairy cell leukaemia, light micrograph
Hairy cell leukaemia. Light micrograph of blood cells in a case of hairy cell leukaemia. This sample, treated with May-Grunwald-Giemsa (MGG) stain

Brain tumour, MRI scans
Brain tumour. Coloured magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scans of sections through the head of a 23-year-old patient with a lesion (dark patches)

Bicalutamide drug, molecular model. Bicalutamide is a drug used in the treatment of prostate cancer and hirsutism. It is an oral non-steroidal anti-androgen that works by binding to androgen

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

Acute erythroid leukaemia, micrograph
Acute erythroid leukaemia. Light micrograph of blood cells from bone marrow in a case of acute erythroid leukaemia. The cells include dystrophic (degenerated) erythroblasts (nuclei stained dark red)

Acute lymphoblastic leukaemia, micrograph
Acute lymphoblastic leukaemia. Light micrograph of blood cells from bone marrow in a case of acute lymphoblastic leukaemia. Leukaemia is a cancer where certain blood cells form in excess

Metastatic breast cancer, micrograph
Metastatic breast cancer. Light micrograph of blood cells in a case of metastatic (secondary) medullary breast cancer. Medullary breast cancer is a rare form of breast cancer that is diagnosed by

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Oncology: Unveiling the Battle Within In the realm of oncology, a fierce war is waged between T lymphocytes and cancer cells. SEM C001 / 1679 captures this epic struggle at a microscopic level, showcasing the intricate dance between these two adversaries. HeLa cells, depicted in light micrographs C017 / 8299 and C017 / 8298, offer us glimpses into their mysterious world. These immortal cells have played an instrumental role in countless scientific breakthroughs, unraveling the secrets of cancer biology. Acute promyelocytic leukemia reveals its sinister face through a haunting micrograph. The image serves as a reminder of the relentless fight against blood cancers that oncologists tirelessly engage in each day. Ovarian cancer's treacherous nature is exposed under the lens of light micrograph C015 / 7103. This glimpse into its cellular landscape fuels our determination to develop effective treatments for this formidable disease. The paclitaxel drug molecule emerges as a potent weapon in our arsenal against cancer. Its molecular structure holds promise for patients battling various forms of malignancies. Within operating rooms worldwide, surgeons skillfully navigate breast cancer cases with precision and expertise. Armamentarii Chirurgici provides us with an intimate view into these life-saving procedures. Cancerous scrofula reminds us that skin diseases can also be harbingers of deeper battles within our bodies. Description des Maladies de la Peau offers insight into dermatological manifestations linked to underlying malignancies. Traite Complet de l'Anatomie de l unveils surgical interventions on malignant tumors – visual proof that medical professionals are at the forefront of combating this pervasive disease. Medical illustrations depicting pilonidal cysts near the natal cleft or stages of colon cancer serve as educational tools to raise awareness about lesser-known aspects while empowering individuals to seek timely medical intervention.