What is Lymphangioleiomyomatosis of the Lung? Lymphangioleiomyomatosis (LAM) is a rare lung disease that primarily affects women between puberty and menopause. In LAM, abnormal cells grow in the lungs and other parts of the body, damaging healthy lung tissue. Over...
What is Malignant Ameloblastoma? Malignant ameloblastoma is a rare, slow-growing tumour that originates in the jawbone, often near the molars in the lower jaw. It arises from ameloblasts, the cells responsible for forming tooth enamel. While most ameloblastomas are...
What is Clear Cell Carcinoma of the Endometrium? Clear cell carcinoma of the endometrium is a rare and aggressive type of cancer of the endometrium that accounts for less than 5% of all uterine cancers. Disease Causes There is no well-known cause, however certain risk...
What is Alveolar Soft Part Sarcoma (ASPS)? Alveolar Soft Part Sarcoma (ASPS) is a rare type of cancer that develops in the soft tissues of the body such as muscles, tendons, and or fat tissues. It is a slow-growing tumour but tends to spread to other parts of the body...
What is Hepatoid Adenocarcinoma of the Soft Tissues? Hepatoid adenocarcinoma (HAC) is a rare type of cancer that originates outside the liver but resembles liver cancer in appearance and behaviour. This cancer produces a protein called alpha-fetoprotein (AFP), which...
