Primary Intraocular Lymphoma (PIOL)
What is Primary Intraocular Lymphoma? 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...
Carcinoma ex Pleomorphic Adenoma (CXPA)
What is Carcinoma ex Pleomorphic Adenoma? 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...
Lung Lymphangioleiomyomatosis (LAM)
What is Lung Lymphangioleiomyomatosis? 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...
Our New Resource Page for Askin Tumour
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...
Our New Resource Page for Epithelial-Myoepithelial Carcinoma
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...
Our New Resource Page for Ampullary Cancer
Ampullary cancer is a rare type of cancer that begins in the Ampulla of Vater—the small area where the bile duct and pancreatic duct join and empty into the small intestine. This cancer is more common in older adults, particularly those over 70...
Our New Resource Page for Dermatofibrosarcoma Protuberans (DFSP)
Dermatofibrosarcoma Protuberans (DFSP) is a rare, slow-growing type of skin tumour that starts deep in the skin’s soft tissue. It usually appears as a firm, reddish, purplish, or brown lump that gets bigger over time. Although DFSP grows slowly, it...
Our New Resource Page for Granulomatous Slack Skin (GSS)
Granulomatous Slack Skin (GSS) is a very rare type of skin lymphoma (a type of blood cancer that affects the skin). It causes the skin to become loose, wrinkled, and saggy, usually in areas like the armpits and groin. It develops slowly and isn’t...
Our New Resource Page for Klatskin Tumour (Hilar Cholangiocarcinoma)
Klatskin tumour, also known as hilar cholangiocarcinoma, is a rare bile duct cancer that develops where the bile ducts meet outside the liver. The bile ducts transport bile from the liver to the small intestine, aiding digestion. Klatskin tumour is...
Our New Resource Page for Primary Pulmonary Synovial Sarcoma
Primary Pulmonary Synovial Sarcoma (PPSS) is a very rare and aggressive type of cancer that starts in the lungs. Unlike other lung cancers that may spread from different parts of the body, PPSS originates directly in the lung tissue, specifically...