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Ovarian Cancer: Understanding Risk Factors, Diagnosis, and Advances in Treatment
Abstract: Ovarian cancer is a leading cause of cancer-related mortality among women worldwide, often diagnosed at advanced stages due to its subtle early symptoms. Ovarian cancer develops due to a combination of factors, including genetics, environmental influences, and hormonal changes. This article explores the pathophysiology of ovarian cancer, highlighting the genetic mutations, such as BRCA1 and BRCA2, that contribute to its development. It also discusses current diagnostic methods, including imaging techniques …
Published in Research and Reviews: Journal of Oncology and Hematology · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2025 Read article
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Impact of Topical Pure Honey Application on Radiation-induced Oral Mucositis in Patients Receiving Radiation Therapy
Abstract: This quasi-experimental study assessed the effects of pure honey on radiation-induced oral mucositis in patients with head and neck cancer undergoing radiation therapy in Kottayam. The primary objectives were to evaluate the severity of oral mucositis in both experimental and control groups, determine the effectiveness of honey in alleviating symptoms, and examine the relationship between mucositis severity and selected demographic variables. Utilizing Bertalanffy’s General System Model as a conceptual framework, …
Published in International Journal of Oncological Nursing and Practices · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 14–18 Read article
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Protective Effects of Phellinus linteus Polysaccharides Against Radiation-Induced Hematopoietic Damage in Bone Marrow of Mice
Abstract: Chemotherapy and radiation therapy, which are standard methods of treatment for various cancers, often result in suppression of hematopoiesis accompanied by reduction in the number of hematopoietic stem cells and their progeny. We investigated a clinically potential use of Phellinus linteus polysaccharide in the treatment of various cytopenias induced by radiotherapy. Mice were administered Phellinus linteus polysaccharide orally at a dosage of 100 mg/kg once daily for + consecutive days, …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Medicine · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 12–17 Read article