Pathology

Oral HPVs Associated with Risk of Incident Head and Neck Cancers
A prospective study suggests that detection in the oral cavity of certain human papillomavirus types is associated with higher risk of incident head and neck squamous cell carcinoma, suggesting that the role of HPV in HNSCC may be even more important than currently recognized. More...31 Jan 2016



Tissue Typing Method Revolutionizes Field of Stem Cell Transplantation
Saliva and blood samples can be typed using a new system that allows scientists to obtain very high quality information about a patient and donor's tissue types, enabling them to make the best possible matches. More...24 Jan 2016


Polymer-Based Rapid Test Visually Differentiates Tumor Cells
A polymer-based rapid test has been developed which visually differentiates tumor cells from healthy cells in a tissue section through the use of a simple microscope. Surgeons can already use the test in the operating room which saves time and expenses. More...18 Jan 2016

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