Ovarian cancer is fairly unique in that ovarian carcinoma cells can detach and spread directly through peritoneal cavity.It has been unclear, however, how detached cancer cells survive in the peritoneum and form spheroid structure.We have recently reported that there is a strong correlation between Tumor-associated macrophages (TAMs)-associated sph
Hemangioma of the clitoris: A case report
Introduction: Hemangioma is usually a benign vascular tumor caused by endothelial cell proliferation and often presents in early childhood.It can occur anywhere on the body but most commonly appears on the face, scalp, chest or back.Clitoris is a rare site for it.Case presentation: A 6-year-old-female child presented with a complaint of pain and a
Astrocyte-specific hypoxia-inducible factor 1 (HIF-1) does not disrupt the endothelial barrier during hypoxia in vitro
Abstract Background Astrocytes (AC) are essential for brain homeostasis.Much data suggests that AC support and protect the vascular endothelium, but increasing evidence indicates that during injury conditions they may lose their supportive role resulting in endothelial cell activation and BBB disturbance.Understanding the triggers that flip this sw
Worldview Communication by Ritual Counsellors. An Explorative Multiple Case Study on Funeral Rituals
This contribution explores the question how ritual counsellors shape their hermeneutical-communicative Cat Treats role and how they use worldview communication in the preparation and performance of a funeral.Data were collected from a group of six ritual counsellors with a questionnaire and a group interview.The data were interpreted through the le