Primary intraocular lymphoma (PIOL) is a rare form of cancer that originates inside the eye, most often in the vitreous humour (the clear, gel-like substance in the center of the eye) or the retina (the light-sensitive tissue at the back of the eye). PIOL is a type...
Carcinoma ex pleomorphic adenoma (CXPA) is a rare type of cancer that develops from a previously benign (non-cancerous) tumour called a pleomorphic adenoma, most commonly found in the salivary glands. These glands produce saliva and are located in various areas of the...
Lymphangioleiomyomatosis, or LAM, is a rare and progressive lung disease that primarily affects women of childbearing age. It is caused by the abnormal growth of smooth muscle-like cells—called LAM cells—in the lungs, kidneys, and lymphatic system. Over time, these...
An Askin Tumour is a rare type of cancer that develops in the soft tissues of the chest wall, often affecting the ribs. It is part of the Ewing sarcoma family, a group of cancers that form in bones or soft tissues. This tumour mostly affects children, teenagers, and...
Epithelial-myoepithelial carcinoma (EMC) is a rare and slow-growing tumour that mainly affects the salivary glands, especially the parotid gland. It is made up of two types of cells: epithelial cells and myoepithelial cells. While EMC is typically low-grade (meaning...
