Our New Resource Page for Granulosa Cell Tumour of the Ovary
Granulosa cell tumours are tumours that originate from those cells of the ovaries that make estrogen hormones. Among all ovarian cancers, granulosa cell tumors account for just 2% to 5% of cases. Due to excessive production of estrogen hormone in...
Our New Resource Page for Gonadoblastoma of the Ovary
Gonadoblastoma of the ovary is a rare type of tumor (abnormal growth of tissues) of the ovary. Gonadoblastoma of the ovary contains different types of cells, including germ cells, stromal cells, and granulosa cells. Germ cells develop into eggs in...
Our New Resource Page for Anaplastic Ependymoma
An ependymoma is a tumour of the brain and spinal cord caused by abnormal growth of the ependymal cells in the brain or spinal cord. Anaplastic ependymoma is a condition that can affect anyone at any age, but it is more common in children under the...
Our New Resource Page for Fibroma Mediastinum
A fibroma is a type of tumour (abnormal growth of tissues) originating from muscle cells or neuronal cells, affecting the posterior and anterior regions of the mediastinum. These tumours can be either benign (non-cancerous) or malignant...
Our New Resource Page for Choroid Plexus Xanthogranuloma
Choroid plexus xanthogranuloma is a rare type of tumour of the brain and spinal cord. These tumours usually do not produce any symptoms and are often diagnosed inciden Many sufferers of Choroid plexus xanthogranuloma struggle because they feel...
Our New Resource Page for Choroid Plexus Papilloma of the Brain
Choroid plexus papillomas are rare, benign (non-cancerous) brain tumours that originate in the brain's ventricles. They typically affect children, usually arising from the lateral ventricles, but can also occur in adults, where they more commonly...
Our New Resource Page for Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumours of the Rectum
A gastrointestinal stromal tumour is a type of tumour that starts in the cells found in the wall of the digestive tract, called interstitial cells of Cajal (ICCs). These cells act like pacemakers for the digestive system, sending signals to the...
Our New Resource Page for Ewing Sarcoma of the Bone
Ewing sarcoma of the bone is a type of tumour that results from uncontrolled division or multiplication of cells in bones or nearby soft tissues. Ewing sarcoma of the bone can develop in people of any age, but usually occurs in children and...
Our New Resource Pages for Rare Cancers
At Without a Ribbon, we are committed to raising awareness and providing support for individuals battling rare cancers. We believe that every form of cancer deserves attention and resources. That's why we are thrilled to announce the creation of 20...
Our New Resource Page for Anaplastic Carcinoma of the Vulva
Anaplastic carcinoma of the vulva is an extremely rare and highly aggressive form of vulvar cancer. It's characterised by cancer cells that have lost all cellular characteristics of their origin, making them appear undifferentiated or 'anaplastic'....