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Chorio Cancer
Scientists at University of Texas release new data on chorio cancer
May 21st, 2009
"Although intermediate trophoblastic tumors (ITTs) are rare forms of trophoblastic neoplasia, their recognition is important as they require distinct therapeutic approaches. We have noted mixed trophoblastic tumors. with a combination of placental site trophoblastic tumor and epithelioid trophoblastic tumor patterns within the same case. and more frequently a combination of ITT with choriocarcinoma, which can create difficulty in the classification of these tumors," investigators in the United States report. "The distinction of the ITTs from choriocarcinoma is important because ITTs do not respond as well to chemotherapy as choriocarcinoma. In addition. ITTs can be...
Source: Women's Health Weekly (2009-05-21)
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