Medicine
A unit of cell concentration expressed as a number of cells per a plate well. »
Characteristics and physiological processes of cells from cell division to cell death. »
A method that coats a cellular product with a layer of another material. »
An increase in the number of cells as a result of cell growth and cell division. »
Cell Proliferation Regulation involves intercellular, cellular, and subcellular mechanisms that determine when and whether cell division occurs. »
A chemical process in which oxygen is used to make energy from carbohydrates (sugars). Also called aerobic metabolism, aerobic respiration, and… »
A method of separating cells by either their differential rate of sedimentation in a centrifugal gradient or their differential buoyancy in a… »
Techniques and methods for separating cells (usually viable) based on a variety of criteria for separation, such as size or density, non-specific… »
Cells adapted to culture, but with finite division potential. »
Cellular or subcellular processes involved in disturbance or restoration of a homeostatic condition. »
The components of the cell and how they are arranged. »
The part of the cell membrane that faces the exterior of the cell. »
Cell surface A33 antigen (319 aa, ~36 kDa) is encoded by the human GPA33 gene. This protein may be involved in cell-cell… »
Antigens on surfaces of cells, including infectious or foreign cells or viruses. They are usually protein-containing groups on cell membranes or walls… »
Cell Surface Extension is a coordinated cellular process involving the cell membrane, cytoskeleton, subcortical elements, and other subcellular structures that generates a… »
A receptor protein that is localized to the plasma membrane and may have exposure to the extracellular milieu. »
A process that encompasses the viability of a cell and its ability to subsist and maintain the integrity of cellular processes. Survival… »
Interactions between cells, responsible for cell to cell adhesion, can communicate signals into the cellular interior. These signals often involve interactions… »
Describes the kinds of cells found in normal or cancer tissue. The cell type is usually identified by looking under a… »
A coded value specifying the kind of cells found. »
A cellular process that directly affects the ability of a cell to repair damaged cell components. »
Cell Wall Alteration involves a change in the existing structure or function of the rigid protective structure outside of, and joined to,… »
The process of applying a solvent (e.g., water) or a solution (e.g., SSC/SDS) to a biomaterial or an array to remove impurities… »
Treatment in which stem cells are induced to differentiate into the specific cell type required to repair damaged or destroyed cells or… »
Any cellular process in which one cell attaches to another via cell adhesion molecules. »
The transfer of information from one cell to another. Cells signal each other by direct contact with each other or by the… »
Any process that controls the series of events by which a cell goes through the cell cycle. During the cell cycle, a… »
A fractionated cell extract that maintains a biological function. A subcellular fraction isolated by ultracentrifugation or other separation techniques must first be… »
Any cellular process in which a cell attaches to the extracellular matrix via adhesion molecules. »
Any of the processes involved in cytolysis of a target cell by effector lymphocytes, such as cytotoxic T lymphocytes or NK cells;… »
Those manifestations of the immune response which are mediated by antigen-sensitized T-lymphocytes via lymphokines or direct cytotoxicity. This takes place in the… »
Multitest CMI is a diagnostic technique for detection of anergy (nonresponsiveness to antigens) by means of delayed hypersensitivity skin testing. This test… »
The transfer of information from one cell to another. Cells signal each other by direct contact with each other or by the… »
A drug used to prevent graft-versus-host disease (GVHD) after organ transplants. It is also being studied in the prevention of GVHD after… »
Medicamento que se usa para tratar la enfermedad de injerto contra huésped (EICH) después de trasplantes de órganos. Asimismo, está en estudio… »
A plastic 'clamshell' [thin plastic pre-formed structure for a device]. »
A dosing unit equal to the amount of active ingredient(s) contained in a cello pack. »
A unit of cell concentration expressed as the number of viable cells per femur. »
A unit of cell concentration expressed as a number of cells per unit volume equal to one liter. »
A unit of cell concentration expressed as a number of cells per unit volume equal to one microliter. »
A unit of cell concentration expressed in cells per unit of volume equal to one milliliter. »
A cell based measurement for cell count per square millimeter area. »
The close adherence (bonding) to adjoining cell surfaces. »
A treatment used to help the immune system fight diseases, such as cancer and infections with certain viruses. T cells are collected… »
A morphologic variant of angiofibroma characterized by the presence of increased cellularity. »
In vitro experiments conducted with intact, living cells. »
A blue nevus characterized by a multinodular cellular infiltrate with a dumb-bell architecture occupying the reticular dermis. The cellular infiltrate often extends… »
The determination of the amount of cellular casts present in a urine sample. »
A morphologic finding indicating the presence of cells that resemble gastric foveolar epithelial cells. »
Cell partitioning techniques used to determine the subcellular distribution of molecules of interest. »
A congenital mesoblastic nephroma characterized by increased cellularity, sheet-like proliferation of fibroblastic cells, and increased mitotic activity. Necrotic changes are commonly… »
In cancer, refers to how mature (developed) the cancer cells are in a tumor. Differentiated tumor cells resemble normal cells and tend… »
A coded value specifying the degree of cellular differentiation in a sample. »
A finding indicating a deficiency or excess in digestion occuring at the cellular level. »
An ependymoma which shows conspicuous cellularity without a significant increase in mitotic rate. »
A morphologic variant of fibroma characterized by increased cellularity. »
The study of those manifestations of the immune system which are mediated by antigen-sensitized T-lymphocytes. »
Normal or pathologic migration and accumulation of cells within tissues. »
A morphologic variant of classic leiomyoma characterized by a dense cellular infiltrate composed of spindle or round cells with scant cytoplasm and… »
Any of the lipid bilayer membranes within a cell. »
The sum of all chemical changes that take place in a cell through which energy and basic components are provided for essential… »
Cell Migration consists of active directed translocation of a whole cell, or cell body, from one site to another in response to… »
Cellular morphology is the form and structure of cells, and its relation to cell function, or the scientific study thereof. »
A myxoma with increased cellularity. »
Cellular nucleic acid-binding protein (177 aa, ~19 kDa) is encoded by the human CNBP gene. This protein is involved in the modulation… »
The study of the cellular changes associated with the development of neoplastic conditions. »
A pleomorphic adenoma with increased cellularity. »
Any process that takes place on the cellular level, though not necessarily restricted to a single cell. »
Cellular Retinoic Acid-Binding Proteins are assumed to play an important role in retinoic acid-mediated differentiation and proliferation processes. Cytoplasmic CRABP-I and… »
Cellular retinoic acid-binding protein 1 (137 aa, ~16 kDa) is encoded by the human CRABP1 gene. This protein is involved in the… »
Cellular retinoic acid-binding protein 2 (138 aa, ~16 kDa) is encoded by the human CRABP2 gene. This protein plays a role in… »
A morphologic variant of schwannoma characterized by hypercellularity, Antoni A pattern, and the absence of well-formed Verocay bodies. »
Production by a cell or aggregation of cells (a gland) of a physiologically active substance and its movement out of the cell… »
A skin graft sheet composed of viable cells layered on a supporting substrate. »
Cellular or subcellular processes involved with significant disturbance from a homeostatic condition. »
Cellular or subcellular processes involved in restoration of a homeostatic condition. »
A hand-held mobile radiotelephone for use in an area divided into small sections (cells), each with its own short-range transmitter/receiver »
The sequence of numbers or characters, that when dialed, connects to a particular cellular telephone. »
Utilization of specific cells, modified or not, for treatment of diseases. Donor lymphocyte infusion is a type of cellular therapy. »
The directional growth of a cell toward or away from a stimulus. »
Cellular tumor antigen p53 (393 aa, ~44 kDa) is encoded by the human TP53 gene. This protein plays a role in the… »
Cellular Tumor Suppression is thought to involve elimination of cells that have undergone malignant transformation by patrolling cytotoxic T cells, NK cells,… »
A closed structure surrounded by a single membrane. »
The degree, quality, or condition of cells that are present. »
The determination of the amount of degree, quality or condition of cells present in a sample. »
An acute, spreading infection of the deep tissues of the skin and muscle that causes the skin to become warm and tender… »
A taxonomic family of bacterium in the phylum Actinobacteria that includes the genera Cellulomonas and Oerskovia. »
A genus of facultatively aerobic, Gram-positive, bacilli assigned to the phylum Actinobacteria and the family Cellulomonadaceae. »
A species of facultatively aerobic, Gram-positive, bacilli assigned to the phylum Actinobacteria. This species is motile, non-spore forming, catalase positive, reduces nitrate,… »
A building block of plant cells and fiber. Cellulose cannot be digested by people, and is used to add bulk to the… »
A microbiological technique for specimen collection and mounting for microscopic examination that utilizes a cellulose-based adhesive ribbon. »
A genus of facultatively aerobic, Gram-positive, rod shaped bacterium assigned to the phylum Actinobacteria and the family Cellulomonadaceae. »
A species of facultatively aerobic, Gram-positive, rod shaped bacterium assigned to the phylum Actinobacteria. This species is nonmotile, non-spore forming catalase positive,… »
The temperature scale defined by the values 0 degree Celsius for the freezing point of water and 100 degrees Celsius for the… »
This gene plays a role in cellular contact-mediated communication and embryonic regulation. »
Human CELSR1 wild-type allele is located in the vicinity of 22q13.3 and is approximately 176 kb in length. This allele, which encodes… »
Unidad individual que compone los tejidos del cuerpo. Todos los seres vivos están constituidos por una o más células. »
Célula infectada por un virus u otro tipo de microorganismo. »
Tipo de glóbulo blanco que elabora anticuerpos. Las células B son parte del sistema inmunitario que se forman a partir de las… »
Célula pequeña y redonda ubicada en la parte más baja (o base) de la epidermis, que es la capa más externa de… »
Tipo de célula en la tiroidea. Las células C producen la calcitonina, una hormona que ayuda a controlar la concentración de calcio… »
Tipo de célula cuyo interior tiene aspecto vacío cuando se la observa bajo el microscopio. »
Tipo de célula que elabora neurohormonas (sustancias químicas producidas por las células nerviosas y usadas para enviar señales a otras células) y… »
Célula humana, vegetal o animal que se ha adaptado para crecer en el laboratorio. Las células cultivadas se pueden usar para diagnosticar… »
Tipo especial de célula que se encuentra directamente debajo de la epidermis (capa más externa de la piel). Estas células están muy… »
Tipo de célula que aparece en las personas con enfermedad de Hodgkin. El número de estas células aumenta a medida que la… »
Tipo de célula glial del sistema nervioso periférico que ayuda a separar y aislar las células nerviosas. »
Célula que cambia de forma dependiendo de si se extiende el tejido. Las células transicionales pueden extenderse sin romperse. Recubren los órganos… »
Célula del páncreas que produce hormonas (por ejemplo, insulina y glucagón) que se secretan en el torrente sanguíneo. Estas hormonas ayudan a… »
Célula del páncreas que produce hormonas (por ejemplo, insulina y glucagón) que se secretan en el torrente sanguíneo. Estas hormonas ayudan a… »
Tipo especial de célula inmunitaria que se encuentra en los tejidos, como la piel, y estimula las respuestas inmunitarias al presentar en… »
Célula que realiza una función específica en respuesta a un estímulo; por lo general, el término se usa para describir las células… »
Célula del páncreas que produce hormonas (por ejemplo, insulina y glucagón) que se secretan en el torrente sanguíneo. Estas hormonas ayudan a… »
Tipo principal de célula que se encuentra en el revestimiento interno de los vasos sanguíneos, los vasos linfáticos y el corazón. … »
Célula que forma el revestimiento de los espacios llenos de líquido del cerebro y la médula espinal. Es un tipo de célula… »
Célula plana que tiene aspecto de escama de pez bajo el microscopio. Estas células se encuentran en los tejidos que forman… »
Tipo de célula que constituye ciertos tipos de tejido conjuntivo (tejido de sostén que rodea otros tejidos y órganos). »
Célula pancreática que produce enzimas que se segregan al intestino delgado. Estas enzimas ayudan a digerir los alimentos a través del aparato… »
Tipo de célula tiroidea. Las células foliculares de la tiroides producen la hormona tiroidea. »
Célula reproductora del cuerpo. Las células germinativas son los óvulos en las mujeres y la esperma en los varones. »
Tipo de célula que produce moco y que se encuentra en el tejido que reviste la parte interna del cuello uterino. Las… »
Célula inmunitaria que, como el linfocito T o B, responde a un solo antígeno específico. »
Una célula (por ejemplo, un fagocito o un macrófago) que responde a muchos antígenos, no ante uno solo. »
Glóbulo blanco al que se estimula en el laboratorio para que destruya células tumorales. También se llama linfocito agresor activado con… »
Célula que produce otros tipos de células. Por ejemplo, las células sanguíneas o glóbulos, se originan en células madre formadoras de… »
Célula inmadura que se puede transformar en todos los tipos de células sanguíneas, incluso glóbulos blancos, glóbulos rojos y plaquetas. Las células… »
Célula inmadura que circula en la corriente sanguínea. Las células sanguíneas nuevas se originan en las células madre periféricas. »
Célula que puede convertirse en varios tipos diferentes de células o tejidos del cuerpo. »
Tipo de célula que recibe y envía mensajes del cuerpo al cerebro y del cerebro al cuerpo. Los mensajes se envían por… »
Cualquiera de las células que mantiene las neuronas en su lugar y las ayuda a funcionar como deben. Entre los tipos de… »
Tipo de célula inmunitaria que elabora una gran cantidad de un anticuerpo específico. Las células plasmáticas evolucionan de células B que se… »
Tipo de célula inmunitaria que estimula las respuestas inmunitarias cuando presenta ante otras células un antígeno en su superficie. Una célula presentadora… »
Célula de huevo o espermatozoide. Cada célula reproductora madura contiene un conjunto único de 23 cromosomas. »
Cualquiera de las células del cuerpo, excepto las células reproductoras (germinativas). »
Tipo de glóbulo blanco. Las células T son parte del sistema inmunitario y se forman a partir de células madre en… »
Tipo de célula inmunitaria que estimula las células T citotóxicas, los macrófagos y las células B para que elaboren respuestas inmunitarias. … »
Tipo de célula inmunitaria que puede destruir ciertas células, como las células extrañas, células cancerosas y células infectadas por un virus. Las… »
Tipo de célula inmunitaria que puede destruir ciertas células, como las células extrañas, células cancerosas y células infectadas por un virus. Las… »
Célula T que se ha recubierto con anticuerpos monoclonales para mejorar su capacidad de destruir células tumorales. »
Tipo de célula inmunitaria que impide la acción de algunos otros tipos de linfocitos para que el sistema inmunitario no se vuelva… »
Tipo de célula inmunitaria que impide la acción de algunos otros tipos de linfocitos para que el sistema inmunitario no se vuelva… »
Tipo de célula inmunitaria que impide la acción de algunos otros tipos de linfocitos para que el sistema inmunitario no se vuelva… »
Célula cancerosa del propio tumor de un individuo. »
Identificación de células anormales en el tejido que cubre la parte exterior del cuello uterino. Las células escamosas atípicas de importancia no… »
Hallazgo de células anormales en una prueba de Pap. Las células glandulares provienen de la parte interna del cuello uterino o del… »
Término que se usaba para describir las células anormales elaboradas por las glándulas de las paredes del cuello uterino (el borde inferior… »
Término que se usaba para describir las células anormales elaboradas por las glándulas de las paredes del cuello uterino (el borde inferior… »
Las células madre son células con el potencial de convertirse en muchos tipos distintos de células en el organismo. Funcionan como un… »
Producto elaborado con células madre especiales que se toman de la médula ósea del paciente y se cultivan en el laboratorio. Después… »
Infección aguda y que se propaga en los tejidos profundos de la piel y los músculos. Hace que la piel se torne… »
Elemento fundamental de las células y la fibra de las plantas. La celulosa no puede ser digerida por las personas; se usa… »
An abbreviation for a chemotherapy combination used to treat high-risk neuroblastoma. It includes the drugs carboplatin, etoposide, and melphalan. Also called CEM… »
Área de energías eléctricas y magnéticas producidas por la radiación electromagnética. Los investigadores estudian si los CEM de las líneas de energía… »
An abbreviation for a chemotherapy combination used to treat high-risk neuroblastoma. It includes the drugs carboplatin, etoposide, and melphalan. Also called… »
A synthetic dolastatin 15 analogue with potential antineoplastic activity. Cemadotin suppresses spindle microtubule dynamics by binding to tubulin, thereby blocking… »
The hydrochloride salt form of cemadotin, a synthetic dolastatin 15 analogue with potential antineoplastic activity. Cemadotin suppresses spindle microtubule dynamics by… »
A base composed of bonding agents intermingled with active and/or inert ingredient(s), which rapidly hardens into a firm mass upon application. … »
A large cell ranging in shape from cuboidal to squamous with a large central nucleus. The nucleus usually has a single nucleolus,… »
A rare benign bone-forming neoplasm usually arising from the jaw. It is a well-circumscribed lytic tumor that varies in size. The cell… »
A cell in a hollow cavity of cellular cementum, ranging in shape from round to oval or flattened, and exhibiting numerous protoplasmic… »
The area of a tooth where the enamel of the crown and the cementum of the root(s) are joined. »
An odontogenic fibroma in which cells have developed into cementoblasts and which consists largely of cementum. »
Bone-like rigid connective tissue covering the root of a tooth from the cementoenamel junction to the apex and lining the apex of… »
A water-soluble, synthetic small molecule with potential antineoplastic activity. Aurora Kinase Inhibitor AS703569 selectively binds to and inhibits aurora kinases (AKs), a… »
A small-molecule inhibitor of the mitotic kinesin centromere-associated protein E (CENP-E), with potential antineoplastic activity. Upon administration, GSK-923295 binds to and inhibits… »
This gene is involved in mitotic regulation. »
Human CENPF wild-type allele is located within 1q32-q41 and is approximately 61 kb in length. This allele, which encodes CENP-F kinetochore protein,… »
Groupings of states that are subdivisions of the four census regions. »
Groupings of states that subdivide the United States for the presentation of census data. »
Relatively permanent statistical subdivisions of a county used by the U.S. Bureau of the Census for purposes of population enumeration. Each tract… »
A plant whose leaves, stems, and flowers have been used in some cultures to treat certain medical problems. Blessed thistle may have… »
Procedimiento mediante el cual se obtienen imágenes (gammagrafías) de las estructuras internas del cuerpo, incluso de las áreas donde hay células… »
Tipo de prueba de imaginología de la mama que se usa para detectar células cancerosas en las mamas de algunas mujeres que… »
Tipo de exploración con radionúclido que se usa para encontrar tumores carcinoides y de otros tipos. La octreotida radiactiva, un medicamento similar… »
Supports centralized resources and facilities shared by investigators with existing funded research projects. The overall goal is to increase the effectiveness, capabilities,… »
The center within the Food and Drug Administration that regulates biological products for human use under applicable federal laws. It protects and… »
The Center within the Food and Drug Administration that is responsible for regulating firms who manufacture, repackage, relabel, and/or import medical devices… »
The center within the Food and Drug Administration that assures the safety and effectiveness of drugs that are made available to improve… »
A self-test that measures depressive feelings and behaviors within the general population. »
A center within the National Institutes of Health that provides, coordinates, and manages information technology, and advances computational science within NIH. … »
A combined research program of the National Marrow Donor Program and the Medical College of Wisconsin that collaborates with the global scientific… »
A center within the National Institutes of Health that acts as a portal for grant applications and their review for scientific… »
A U.S. federal government agency whose mission is to protect public health by preventing and controlling disease, injury, and disability. The Centers… »
An agency within the US Department of Health and Human Services responsible for administration of several key federal health care programs. In… »
Centers for Population Health will be created to: 1) expand understanding of the social (e.g., income disparities, racial discrimination) and other causes… »
Multidisciplinary and translational research teams focused on a specific disease, modality, biologic process or scientific area of particular significance. They are awarded… »
Preparation of a homeopathic substance with a ratio of one part original material to 100 parts of water; a faster and cost-effective… »
Preparation of a homeopathic substance with a ratio of one part original material to 100 parts of carrier or solvent, traditionally lactose,… »
A unit of radioactivity defined as 3.7 E8 atomic disintegrations or other nuclear transformations per second. One centicurie is equal to 0.37… »
The metric unit of absorbed radiation dose equal to the absorption of one hundredth of joule of radiation energy per kilogram of… »
The unit of volume equal to one hundredth of a liter or 10 milliliters. One centiliter is equivalent to 0.6102 cubic inch,… »
A measure of length in the metric system. There are 100 centimeters in a meter and 2½ centimeters in an inch. … »
A unit of both speed (scalar) and velocity (vector), defined as the distance of one centimeter traveled per unit time equal to… »
A unit of both speed (scalar) and velocity (vector), defined as the distance of one centimeter travelled per unit time equal to… »
A unit of pressure defined by a column of water with a height of one centimeter, frequently used to measure central venous… »
Medida de longitud del sistema métrico. Hay 100 centímetros en un metro y 2½ centímetros en una pulgada. »
Medida de volumen en el sistema métrico. Mil centímetros cúbicos equivalen a un litro. También se llama cc, mililitro, y… »
A unit of concentration (molarity unit) equal to one hundredth of a mole (10E-2 mole) of solute in one liter of… »
A CGS unit of dynamic viscosity equal to 10E-3 pascal second. »
A unit of time equal to one hundredth of a second (10E-2 seconds). »
Denotes a person from the area inbetween north and south America including persons from Belize, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua,… »
A branch off of the terminal section of the middle cerebral artery running through the cortex on both sides of the central… »
A disorder characterized by impairment of the auditory processing, resulting in deficiencies in the recognition and interpretation of sounds by the… »
A benign papillary neoplasm that arises in a large duct of the breast. It is characterized by the presence of a fibrovascular… »
An autosomal dominant congenital disorder affecting the skeletal muscles. Microscopically, it is characterized by disorganized areas, which are called cores, seen usually… »
In Lentivirus, a central strand displacement event consecutive to central initiation and termination of plus strand synthesis creates a plus strand overlap:… »
Hearing loss caused by a problem along the pathway from the inner ear to the auditory region of the brain or in… »
A therapeutic surgical procedure to remove liver cancers located at the central segment of the liver. It involves the resection of the… »
Overproduction of thyroid hormones due to a disorder originating within the hypothalamic-pituitary axis. »
Abnormally low levels of thyroid hormones due to a disorder originating within the hypothalamic-pituitary axis. »
Initiative sponsored by NCI in consultation with the Department of Health and Human Services Office for Human Research Protections (OHRP) designed to… »
A laboratory delivering the data for a particular study. »
An invaginated portion of the cerebral cortex forming the base of the sylvian fissure. It is part of the lateral side… »
The area in the United States comprised of the following states: Illinois, Missouri, Kansas and Nebraska. »
The average cell intensity for the nine probe cells that compose the cross at the center of the antisense probe array. … »
The brain and spinal cord. Also called CNS. »
An anaplastic large cell lymphoma that affects the brain, meninges, or spinal cord. »
A malignant vascular neoplasm arising from the brain, spinal cord or meninges. »
A malignant tumor arising in the epithelial cells of the brain or spinal cord. »
A cavernous hemangioma arising from the central nervous system. »
A malignant germ cell tumor of the central nervous system characterized by extra-embryonic differentiation along trophoblastic lines. The diagnosis requires the identification… »
A congenital or acquired cyst that is present in the central nervous system. »
A disorder of the central nervous system characterized by gradual and progressive loss of neural tissue and neurologic function. »
A type of drug that slows down brain activity, which causes the muscles to relax and calms and soothes a person. Central… »
A central nervous system multilobular lesion, characterized by a thick wall. The Intramural contents are soft and waxy with a variable amount… »
A non-neoplastic or neoplastic disorder which affects the brain and/or spinal cord. »
A malignant germ cell tumor of the central nervous system composed of large cells that proliferate in cohesive nests and sheets. … »
A malignant neoplasm of embryonal origin, arising from the central nervous system. It usually affects children. Representative examples include ependymoblastoma,… »
A lesion which is characterized by an irregularly nodular opalescent wall which has caused it to be termed a "pearly tumor". The… »
An osteosarcoma arising from the brain or spinal cord. »
A usually aggressive malignant neoplasm arising from the central nervous system. It is characterized by the presence of spindle-shaped fibroblasts and collagenous… »
A unique group of rare tumors of the central nervous system that affect mainly children and adolescents. Their morphologic and biologic profile… »
A malignant germ cell tumor arising from the central nervous system. It is composed of uniform cells resembling primitive germ… »
A hemangioblastoma arising from structures of the central nervous system. »
A primary or metastatic neoplasm of hematopoietic origin that affects the brain, meninges, or spinal cord. Representative examples include Hodgkin and… »
A neoplasm that originates from histiocytes and accessory cells and affects the central nervous system. It is usually associated with the… »
A variant of teratoma composed of incompletely differentiated components resembling fetal tissues. Even if the immature component is only a minor element… »
An infectious process that affects the brain and/or spinal cord. Representative examples include encephalitis, poliomyelitis, arachnoiditis, and meningitis. »
A rare benign adipose tissue neoplasm of the central nervous system frequently found in midline locations such as the corpus callosum, the… »
A non-Hodgkin or Hodgkin lymphoma that arises in the brain or spinal cord as a primary lesion. There is no evidence of… »
A teratoma composed exclusively of fully differentiated, 'adult-type' tissue elements that are sometimes arranged in a pattern resembling normal tissue relationships. Mitotic… »
A primary tumor of the central nervous system that arises from leptomeningeal melanocytes. It may present as a diffuse proliferative leptomeningeal… »
A melanoma that affects the central nervous system. It is characterized by pleomorphism, melanin pigmentation, a high mitotic rate, necrosis, and… »
Cancer that has spread from the original (primary) tumor to the central nervous system (CNS). Also called CNS metastasis. »
A malignant germ cell tumor of the central nervous system characterized by the presence of at least two types of germ cell… »
A necrotic process affecting the brain and/or spinal cord. »
A benign or malignant, primary or metastatic neoplasm that affects the brain, meninges, or spinal cord. Representative examples of primary neoplasms… »
A benign or malignant extra-adrenal paraganglioma arising from the central nervous system. »
Any component of the nervous system that consists of the brain, spinal cord, and meninges. »
The branch of pharmacology that deals with the central nervous system. »
A type of cancer that arises from a particular type of cell within the brain or spinal cord. Also called CNS… »
Chemotherapy or radiation therapy given to the central nervous system (CNS) as a preventive treatment. It kills cancer cells that may be… »
A malignant mesenchymal tumor with skeletal muscle differentiation affecting the central nervous system. »
Chemotherapy or radiation therapy given to the central nervous system (CNS) as a preventive treatment. It kills cancer cells that may be… »
Signs and symptoms associated with disturbances within the central nervous system, which includes the brain, spinal cord and meninges. »
A benign or malignant mesenchymal neoplasm originating in the central nervous system or the meninges and showing fibrous, fibrohistiocytic, adipose, myoid, endothelial,… »
A type of drug that increases the levels of certain chemicals in the brain and increases alertness, attention, energy, and physical… »
A T-cell lymphoblastic lymphoma or a mature T-cell and NK-cell neoplasm that affects the brain, meninges, or spinal cord. »
A mature or immature teratoma that affects the central nervous system. »
A central nervous system teratoma characterized by the presence of a malignant component. The malignant component most often is sarcomatous (rhabdomyosarcoma or… »
A tumor of the central nervous system, including brain stem glioma, craniopharyngioma, medulloblastoma, and meningioma. Also called CNS tumor. »
Congenital or acquired malformations involving arteries, veins, or venous sinuses of the brain, spinal cord, and meninges. »
Vasculitis affecting the blood vessels of the brain and/or spinal cord. »
A malignant germ cell tumor of the central nervous system composed of primitive-appearing epithelial cells - putatively representing yolk sac endoderm -… »
An intraventricular neuronal neoplasm composed of uniform round cells with neuronal differentiation. It is typically located in the lateral ventricles in the… »
The administrative office designated by a study coordinating center to receive expedited adverse event reports from the participating sites and then process,… »
The process by which specimens are sent to a central lab for confirmatory analysis using standardized methods and result criteria in order… »
A central nervous system disorder caused by demyelination within the central basis pontis of the brain. It is characterized by spastic quadriplegia,… »
The part of the breast which is in the center. »
The main circuit board housing the central processing unit. »
The part of a computer which controls all the other parts. Designs vary widely but, in general, the CPU consists of the… »
A single person who critically evaluates and reports on laboratory test results, protocols , or other data. »
An organizational unit or facility responsible for the coordination and/or management oversight of activities that occur at secondary or contributing organizational units… »
A broad classification of disorders which includes 6 subtypes (primary central sleep apnea, central sleep apnea due to Cheyne-Stokes breathing pattern, central… »
The veins within the hepatic lobes that drain blood from the liver sinusoids into the hepatic vein. »
A thin, flexible tube that is inserted into a vein in the upper arm, thigh, or neck or below the collarbone. It… »
A procedure of surgical placement of a catheter, which lumen is usually occupied by a trocar, into the central vein (internal jugular,… »
Part of the functional area of the prostate that is above and in front of the transitional zone. The central zone comprises… »
The act of consolidating power under a central control; the process by which the activities of an organization, particularly those regarding decision-making;… »
The use of a spinning filter mounted in a drum periphery to purify a slurry. »
Process of using a rotating machine to generate centrifugal force to separate substances of different densities, remove moisture, or simulate gravitational… »
Centriolin (2325 aa, ~270 kDa) is encoded by the human CNTRL gene. This protein plays a role in both cell cycle progression… »
Centro de investigación del cáncer que recibe apoyo del Instituto Nacional del Cáncer (NCI) para que realice investigaciones y proporcione servicios directamente… »
Centro de investigación del cáncer que recibe apoyo del Instituto Nacional del Cáncer (NCI). Los científicos y médicos de esos centros realizan… »
Organismo federal que usa la ciencia para explorar la práctica de la medicina complementaria y alternativa (MCA), capacita investigadores en MCA… »
An activated B-lymphocyte found in the germinal centers. It has a large nucleus without clefts, finely dispersed chromatin, and a rim… »
Mature B cell, sIg+ »
A B-cell non-Hodgkin lymphoma composed of large noncleaved cells. This is a subtype of diffuse large B-cell non-Hodgkin lymphoma. »
A point that is the center of mass of an object of uniform density or the geometric center of a planar… »
The nonstaining primary constriction of a chromosome which is the point of attachment of the spindle fiber; provides the mechanism of chromosome… »
A measurement of centromere B antibodies present in a sample. »
Centromere protein F (3210 aa, ~368 kDa) is encoded by the human CENPF gene. This protein plays a role in cell cycle… »
Los centros de salud son lugares que brindan cuidados para la salud. Incluyen hospitales, clínicas, centros de cuidados ambulatorios y centros de… »
Agencia del gobierno federal de los Estados Unidos cuya misión es proteger la salud pública mediante la prevención y el control de… »
Centrosomal protein of 55 kDa (464 aa, ~54 kDa) is encoded by the human CEP55 gene. This protein is involved in mitotic… »
A small region of cytoplasm adjacent to the nucleus that contains the centrioles and serves to organize the microtubules. »
Protein kinase A regulatory subunit RII-alpha (PKA-RIIa) is tightly bound to centrosomal structures during interphase through interaction with the A-kinase anchoring protein… »
A member of the multidisciplinary Concept Evaluation Panel (CEP) organized under the leadership of the NCI Cancer Therapy Evaluation Program to evaluate… »
A substance being studied in the treatment of some types of cancer. CEP-2563 dihydrochloride blocks certain proteins involved in the growth of… »
A drug being studied in the treatment of acute leukemias and some other types of cancer. It binds to a protein that… »
Medicamento en estudio para el tratamiento de las leucemias agudas y algunos otros tipos de cáncer. Se une a una proteína que… »
This gene is involved in mitotic exit and cytokinesis. »
Human CEP55 wild-type allele is located in the vicinity of 10q24.1 and is approximately 32 kb in length. This allele, which encodes… »
An integrated physical and genetic linkage map of the human genome produced by the Centre d'Etude du Polymorphisme Humain (CEPH) and the… »
A broad-spectrum first-generation cephalosporin with antibacterial activity. Cephacetrile binds to and inactivates penicillin-binding proteins (PBPs) located on the inner membrane of the… »
The sodium salt form of cephacetrile, a broad-spectrum first-generation cephalosporin with antibacterial activity. Cephacetrile binds to and inactivates penicillin-binding proteins (PBPs) located… »
An antibiotic drug that belongs to the family of drugs called cephalosporins. »
The anhydrous form of cephalexin, a semisynthetic first-generation cephalosporin with antibacterial activity. Cephalexin binds to and inactivates penicillin-binding proteins (PBPs) located on… »
The hydrochloride salt form of cephalexin, a beta-lactam, first-generation cephalosporin antibiotic with bactericidal activity. Cephalexin hydrochloride binds to and inactivates penicillin-binding proteins… »
A subperiosteal hemorrhage limited to the surface of one cranial bone. »
A fetal position during delivery in which the head of the fetus descends into the maternal pelvis. »
One of five superficial veins of the upper extremity, beginning at the radial aspect of the wrist area, wrapping around the forearm… »
A phospholipid with the polar ethanolamine found in phosphoester linkage to diacylglycerol. »
An abnormal condition during labor when the diameter of the fetal head is larger than the maternal pelvic canal; thus it is… »
A semisynthetic first-generation cephalosporin with antibacterial activity. Cephaloglycin binds to and inactivates penicillin-binding proteins (PBPs) located on the inner membrane of the… »
The anhydrous form of cephaloglycin, a semisynthetic first-generation cephalosporin with antibacterial activity. Cephaloglycin binds to and inactivates penicillin-binding proteins (PBPs) located on… »
A diterpene taxane obtained from the bark and leaves of the yew tree (Taxus brevifolia) and can convert to taxol. »
A semisynthetic, broad-spectrum, first-generation cephalosporin with antibacterial activity. Cephaloridine binds to and inactivates penicillin-binding proteins (PBPs) located on the inner membrane of… »
A drug used to treat bacterial infections. It belongs to the family of drugs called antibiotics. »
A synthetic or semi-synthetic beta-lactam antibiotic derived from Acremonium (Cephalosporium) fungi with bactericidal activity. Cephalosporin antibiotics bind to and inactivate penicillin-binding proteins… »
The cephalostatins comprise a family of more than 30 trisdecacyclic bissteroidal pyrazines with extreme cytotoxicity against human tumors, isolated from the African… »
A semisynthetic, beta-lactam, first-generation cephalosporin antibiotic with bactericidal activity. Cephalothin binds to and inactivates penicillin-binding proteins (PBP) located on the inner membrane… »
The sodium salt form of cephalothin, a semisynthetic, beta-lactam, first-generation cephalosporin antibiotic with bactericidal activity. Cephalothin binds to and inactivates penicillin-binding proteins… »
A semisynthetic, broad-spectrum, first-generation cephalosporin with antibacterial activity. Cephapirin binds to and inactivates penicillin-binding proteins (PBPs) located on the inner membrane of… »
The benzathine salt form of cephapirin, a semisynthetic, broad-spectrum, first-generation cephalosporin with antibacterial activity. Cephapirin binds to and inactivates penicillin-binding proteins (PBPs)… »
The sodium salt form of cephapirin, a semi-synthetic, broad-spectrum, beta-lactam, first-generation cephalosporin antibiotic with bactericidal activity. Cephapirin sodium inhibits bacterial cell wall… »
A beta-lactam, first-generation cephalosporin antibiotic with bactericidal activity. Cephradine binds to and inactivates penicillin-binding proteins (PBP) located on the inner membrane of… »
The anhydrous form of cephradine, a semisynthetic, broad-spectrum, first-generation cephalosporin with antibacterial activity. Cephradine binds to and inactivates penicillin-binding proteins (PBPs) located… »
The dihydrate form of cephradine, a beta-lactam, first-generation cephalosporin antibiotic with bactericidal activity. Cephradine dihydrate binds to and inactivates penicillin-binding proteins (PBP)… »
The monohydrate form of cephradine, a beta-lactam, first-generation cephalosporin antibiotic with bactericidal activity. Cephradine monohydrate binds to and inactivates penicillin-binding proteins (PBP)… »
Procedimiento mediante el que se toman células del interior de las vías respiratorias que conducen a los pulmones. Se introduce… »
Human CER1 wild-type allele is located within 9p23-p22 and is approximately 3 kb in length. This allele, which encodes cerberus protein, may… »
Tipo de lípido (grasa) que se encuentra en las membranas de las células y el revestimiento de los nervios. Algunas ceramidas son… »
A type of lipid (fat) found in the membranes of cells and the covers of nerves. Some ceramides are important in signal… »
Ceramide kinase-like protein (558 aa, ~63 kDa) is encoded by the human CERKL gene. This protein plays a role in protecting cells… »
Ceramide is a sphingosine-based lipid-signaling molecule involved in the regulation of cellular differentiation, proliferation, and apoptosis. This diagram represents some of… »
Ceramide synthase 5 (392 aa, ~46 kDa) is encoded by the human CERS5 gene. This protein is involved in apoptosis via the… »
Ceramide-1-phosphate transfer protein (214 aa, ~24 kDa) is encoded by the human GLTPD1 gene. This protein is involved in intercellular transport of… »
Cerberus (267 aa, ~30 kDa) is encoded by the human CER1 gene. This protein may be involved in the gastrulation process. … »
An artery that originates from the basilar artery and distributes blood to the cerebellum. »
Benign and malignant neoplasms of the cerebellum that arise from astrocytes. During childhood the majority are benign pilocytic astrocytomas. In… »
Degeneration of the cerebellum. It may be an inherited condition, a paraneoplastic syndrome, or secondary to autoimmune disorders. »
When you play the piano or hit a tennis ball you are activating the cerebellum. The cerebellum is the area of the… »
A benign, slow-growing tumor in the cerebellum (part of the brain at the back of the head), made up of abnormal blood… »
A rare, WHO grade II cerebellar neoplasm which shows consistent neuronal, variable astrocytic and focal lipomatous differentiation. It occurs in adults, has… »
A condition that may occur in patients who have had surgery to remove a tumor in certain parts of the brain, including… »
A benign or malignant (primary or metastatic) tumor involving the cerebellum. -- 2003 »
A papillary meningioma that affects the cerebellum. »
A benign or malignant extra-adrenal paraganglioma arising from the cerebellum. »
One of three pairs of nerve fiber bundles that originate from the cerebellum and link it to the brainstem. »
A WHO Grade 1 astrocytoma which arises in the cerebellum. The tumor is composed of spindle shaped cells with numerous collections… »
An obsolete term referring to desmoplastic medulloblastoma. »
A superficial vein that is located on the cerebellum and that drains the cerebellum. »
A medulloblastoma arising from the vermis of the cerebellum. »
Cerebellar degeneration-related antigen 1 (262 aa, ~31 kDa) is encoded by the human CDR1 gene. This protein is involved in autoimmune… »
Having to do with two structures of the brain, the cerebellum (located at the lower back of the brain) and the pons… »
A region of the brain at the junction of the pons, cerebellum, and medulla. It is a frequent site of tumor… »
A meningioma that affects the cerebellopontine angle. »
A central nervous system primitive neuroectodermal tumor arising from the cerebellopontine angle of the infratentorial brain. »
The portion of the brain in the back of the head between the cerebrum and the brain stem. The cerebellum controls balance… »
Porción del cerebro en la región posterior de la cabeza entre el cerebro y el tronco encefálico. El cerebelo controla el equilibrio… »
A bacterial, fungal, or parasitic abscess that develops in the cerebral hemispheres. Causes include skull trauma, middle ear infection, congenital heart disease,… »
A disorder characterized by the deposition of amyloid in the wall of the vessels in the brain. »
A balloon type pouch or bulge in the wall of a cerebral blood vessel. »
A balloon type pouch or bulge in the wall of a cerebral artery. »
An abnormal connection between arteries and veins characterized by the absence of intervening capillaries in the brain. Signs and symptoms include headaches,… »
Any artery supplying the cerebral cortex. »
Atrophy of the cerebrum caused by focal or generalized neuronal loss. »
Perfusion of blood through the cerebrum. »
A disorder characterized by malformations in the structure of the capillaries in the brain. It is caused by mutations in the CCM2,… »
Ankyrin Repeat-Containing Protein KRIT1, encoded by the CCM1 gene, interacts with ICAP-1 and may be involved in bidirectional signaling between integrin molecules… »
A meningioma that affects the cerebral sulcus. »
The outer layer of the cerebrum composed of neurons and unmyelinated nerve fibers. It is responsible for memory, attention, consciousness and… »
A fluid filled sac within the cerebrum. It is can be congenital, trauma related or secondary to another medical condition for example… »
Swelling due to an excessive accumulation of fluid in the brain. »
A header term that encompasses the various cerebral fissure terms. »
The C-shaped bundle of axons in the midline of the brain which originate in both hemispheres of the hippocampus and project to… »
A supratentorial primitive neuroectodermal tumor characterized by the presence of poorly differentiated or undifferentiated neuroepithelial cells and ganglion cells. »
The convolutions or ridges between one or more sulci on the surface of the cerebral cortex. »
A hemangioma arising from the cerebral hemisphere. »
One half of the cerebrum, the part of the brain that controls muscle functions and also controls speech, thought, emotions, reading, writing,… »
A rare benign adipose tissue neoplasm within the cerebral hemisphere often associated with partial or complete agenesis of the corpus callosum. … »
Bleeding within the cerebrum. »
A Hodgkin lymphoma that arises in the cerebral hemispheres as a primary lesion. »
An ischemic condition of the brain, producing a persistent focal neurological deficit in the area of distribution of the cerebral arteries. … »
A non-Hodgkin or Hodgkin lymphoma that arises in the cerebral hemispheres as a primary lesion. »
The membranes that envelop and protect the brain. »
A meningioma that affects the cerebral hemispheres. »
A neuroblastoma arising from the cerebral hemispheres. »
A non-Hodgkin lymphoma that arises in the cerebral hemispheres as a primary lesion. »
A group of disorders affecting the development of movement and posture, often accompanied by disturbances of sensation, perception, cognition, and behavior. It… »
A region of the brain encompassing the crus cerebri and the midbrain tegmentum. »
A central nervous system primitive neuroectodermal tumor arising from the cerebral hemispheres. »
The layer located below the cerebral cortex that includes the forebrain, midbrain and hindbrain. »
A header term that encompasses the various cerebral sulcus terms. »
Any of the external or internal veins that drain the cerebral hemispheres. »
A balloon type pouch or bulge in the wall of a cerebral vein. »
A type of brain tissue in the cerebrum consisting of myelinated axons and glial cells. »
La parte más grande del encéfalo. Se divide en dos hemisferios o mitades llamadas hemisferios cerebrales. Las áreas dentro del cerebro controlan… »
A rare degenerative genetic disorder with an autosomal recessive pattern of inheritance that primarily affects the central nervous system. It is caused… »
The fluid that flows in and around the hollow spaces of the brain and spinal cord, and between two of the meninges… »
A process used to drain fluid that has built up around the brain and spinal cord. A shunt (a long, thin tube)… »
The loss of cerebrospinal fluid into the surrounding tissues. »
Discharge of cerebrospinal fluid through the ear structures. »
Discharge of cerebrospinal fluid through the nose. »
A rare inherited lipid-storage disorder caused by defects in the CYP27A1 gene. It is characterized by progressive neurologic dysfunction, premature atherosclerosis and… »
Relating to the brain and the blood vessels that supply it. »
In medicine, a loss of blood flow to part of the brain, which damages brain tissue. Cerebrovascular accidents are caused by blood… »
A disorder resulting from inadequate blood flow in the vessels that supply the brain. Representative examples include cerebrovascular ischemia, cerebral embolism, and… »
Diminished or absent blood supply to the brain caused by obstruction (thrombosis or embolism) of an artery resulting in neurologic damage. … »
A medical specialty focusing on the normal blood circulation of the brain and on changes due to pathology. »
The largest part of the brain. It is divided into two hemispheres, or halves, called the cerebral hemispheres. Areas within the cerebrum… »
Serie de actos realizados con motivo de una ocasión especial o para marcar un rito de pasaje. Las ceremonias pueden ser informales… »
A series of acts performed for a special occasion or to mark a rite of passage. Ceremonies can be casual or… »
A drug used to treat non-small cell lung cancer that has spread to other parts of the body and has a mutated… »
A synthetic lipid-lowering agent. Cerivastatin competitively inhibits hepatic hydroxymethyl-glutaryl coenzyme A (HMG-CoA) reductase, the enzyme which catalyzes the conversion of HMG-CoA to… »
The sodium salt of cerivastatin, a synthetic lipid-lowering agent. »
This gene plays a role in apoptosis. »
Human CERKL wild-type allele is located in the vicinity of 2q31.3 and is approximately 144 kb in length. This allele, which encodes… »
This gene is involved in ceramide synthesis and cell signaling. »
Human CERS5 wild-type allele is located in the vicinity of 12q13.12 and is approximately 38 kb in length. This allele, which encodes… »
A question about how certain an individual is that the good things about a medication outweigh the bad things. »
Persona certificada en farmacia con un entrenamiento especial sobre como diseñar, administrar, vigilar y cambiar la quimioterapia en los pacientes de… »
A document earned by a person indicating that the person has specific knowledge, skills, or abilities in the view of a certifying… »
A character string that describes the certification or specific licensed credentials of the qualified entity. »
A speech language pathologist who has received a certificate of clinical competence. »
A document that protects researchers from involuntary disclosure of personal identifying information acquired in the course of a research project. Data… »
The process by which a person demonstrates specific knowledge, skills, or abilities in the view of a certifying body. Similarly, the… »
The process of obtaining certification in critical care nursing as granted by the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN) Certification Corporation. Registered… »
A form required for certification of compliance under 42 U.S.C. Section 282(j)(5)(B) with Requirements of ClinicalTrials.gov Data Bank. The form must accompany… »
A registered nurse who has completed an advanced training program endorsed authoritatively as having met certain requirements in adult medicine. »
A registered nurse who has a master's or doctorate degree in a clinical field of nursing and has been certified by the… »
A clinical research associate or monitor with related work experience and with certification earned by passing a required program and written examination… »
A clinical research coordinator or study coordinator with related work experience and with certification earned by passing a required program and written… »
A clinical research professional (i.e., administrator, coordinator, consultant, educator, or researcher in clinical trial management) with related work experience and with certification… »
A registered nurse who has passed an examination to show possession of a body of knowledge commensurate with competent practice as awarded… »
A registered nurse who has additional education and training in a specialty area such as family practice and who is accredited through… »
A registered nurses who has successfully completed the flight nurse certification examination and earned the credential of Certified Flight Registered Nurse. … »
A medical assistant who has successfully completed an examination that earns them the credentials to become a certified medical assistant. »
An individual educated in the discipline of midwifery, who possesses evidence of certification according to the requirements of ACNM. »
A person who has completed a brief health-care training program, and who provides support services for RNs and LPNs. Also known as… »
A licensed health care practitioner educated in the two disciplines of nursing and midwifery. CNMs provide primary health care to women of… »
A registered nurse who meets the requirements for licensure as an advanced practice nurse. A CNP can order diagnostic tests, prescribe medications… »
An advanced practice RN who functions as a health care provider, educator, consultant, researcher, leader/administrator and/or case manager. It is the CNS… »
A specialized registered nurse who provides care to pediatric patients. This includes performing nursing assessments, medication and treatment interventions, and education of… »
A nurse practitioner who practices in acute or primary care. The certified pediatric nurse practitioner specializes in assessing, diagnosing, and treating pediatric… »
A licensed Registered Nurse who has achieved the recognition of meeting criteria necessary to be specialized in the field of Pediatric Oncology,… »
A Physician Assistant who has completed a defined course of study and has undergone testing by the National Commission on Certification of… »
A registered nurse who has received certification from a national nursing organization or national nurse certification organization for practice in a specialized… »
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) - a registered nurse who provides anesthetics to patients in collaboration with surgeons, anesthesiologists, dentists, podiatrists, and… »
A licensed registered nurse with a certification that indicates specialization in providing nursing care to patients during ground transportation. »
A registered nurse with a vascular specialty encompassing caring for patients with a variety of arterial, venous and lymphatic diseases. »
A Fab fragment of a recombinant, humanized monoclonal antibody directed against the proinflammatory cytokine tumor necrosis factor-alpha (TNF-alpha), with anti-inflammatory activity. Upon… »
A Fab fragment of a recombinant, humanized monoclonal antibody directed against the proinflammatory cytokine tumor necrosis factor-alpha (TNF-alpha) and conjugated to polyethylene… »
A drug used to treat acute leukemias and some other types of cancer. It blocks a certain enzyme needed for cell division… »
Medicamento que se usa para tratar leucemias agudas y algunos otros tipos de cáncer. Bloquea cierta enzima necesaria para que las… »
Ceruloplasmin (1065 aa, ~122 kDa) is encoded by the human CP gene. This protein is involved in iron homeostasis. »
The determination of the amount of ceruloplasmin present in a sample. »
An infiltrating adenocarcinoma derived from ceruminous glands in the external auditory canal. »
A gland situated in the external auditory canal that produces a waxy secretion. »
An adenoma or carcinoma that arises from the ceruminous glands in the external auditory canal. »
A vaccine used to prevent cervical cancer caused by human papillomavirus (HPV) types 16 and 18. Cervarix is approved for use in… »
Vacuna que se usa para prevenir el cáncer de cuello uterino causado por los virus del papiloma humano (VPH) tipos 16 y… »
Relating to the neck, or to the neck of any organ or structure. Cervical lymph nodes are located in the neck. Cervical… »
Relativo al cuello o al cuello de cualquier órgano o estructura. Los ganglios linfáticos cervicales están ubicados en el cuello. El cáncer… »
A type of cervical cancer that begins in the glandular cells of the cervix. These cells make mucus and are found in… »
A benign, polypoid neoplasm that arises from the cervix. It is characterized by the presence of epithelial and mesenchymal elements. »
A rare, low grade carcinoma that arises from the cervix. It is characterized by the presence of nests of basaloid cells with… »
A rare carcinoma that arises from the cervix. It is characterized by the presence of cystic spaces surrounded by palisaded epithelial… »
A rare, benign, usually polypoid neoplasm that arises from the cervix. It is characterized by the presence of a glandular component and… »
An adenomyoma that arises from the cervix and is characterized by the presence of endocervical mucinous glands and a smooth muscle cell… »
An adenomyoma that arises from the cervix and is characterized by the presence of endometrial type glands and endometrial stroma, surrounded by… »
A rare malignant mixed epithelial and mesenchymal neoplasm that arises from the cervix and is characterized by the presence of malignant mesenchymal… »
An uncommon carcinoma arising from the cervix. It is composed of malignant glandular epithelial cells and malignant squamous epithelial cells. … »
A poorly differentiated variant of adenosquamous carcinoma that arises from the cervix. It is characterized by the presence of large malignant cells… »
An alveolar soft part sarcoma arising from the cervix. »
A blood vessel that supplies blood to the muscles of the neck. »
Irregularity or alteration from normal cervical tissue. The spatial orientation of the cervical cells is often aberrant due to the lack of… »
An adenomyoma that arises from the cervix and is characterized by the presence of a glandular component exhibiting architectural complexity. »
An aggressive variant of cervical squamous cell carcinoma characterized by the presence of nests of malignant basaloid squamous cells with scant amount… »
Removal of tissue from the cervix for microscopic examination. »
A nevus that arises from the cervix. It is characterized by the presence of benign, heavily pigmented dendritic melanocytes. »
Cancer that forms in tissues of the cervix (the organ connecting the uterus and vagina). It is usually a slow-growing cancer that… »
A clinical finding about one or more characteristics of cervical cancer, following the rules of the TNM AJCC v7 classification system as… »
A clinical finding about one or more characteristics of cervical cancer, following the rules of the TNM AJCC v7 classification system as… »
A clinical finding about one or more characteristics of cervical cancer, following the rules of the TNM AJCC v7 classification system as… »
Programs or materials to provide information on cervical cancer prevention, detection, or treatment to health professionals, patients and their families, the public,… »
A pathologic finding about one or more characteristics of cervical cancer, following the rules of the TNM AJCC v7 classification system as… »
A pathologic finding about one or more characteristics of cervical cancer, following the rules of the TNM AJCC v7 classification system as… »
A pathologic finding about one or more characteristics of cervical cancer, following the rules of the TNM AJCC v7 classification system. TNM… »
A finding about one or more characteristics of cervical cancer, following the rules of the TNM AJCC v7 classification system. »
A carcinoma arising from either the exocervical squamous epithelium or the endocervical glandular epithelium. The major histologic types of cervical carcinoma are:… »
A term that refers to the staging of cervical carcinoma according to the American Joint Committee on Cancer, 6th edition. »
A term that refers to the staging of cervical carcinoma according to the American Joint Committee on Cancer, 7th edition. »
An aggressive malignant mixed epithelial and mesenchymal neoplasm that arises from the cervix and is characterized by the presence of malignant epithelial… »
A surgical procedure performed to prevent a miscarriage by stitching the opening of the cervix closed. »
Changes such as abnormal, pathological, benign, malignant, etc. »
A rare morphologic variant of cervical adenocarcinoma composed of clear and hobnail cells. It is associated with in utero exposure to diethylstilbestrol… »
A benign neoplasm that arises from the cervix. It is associated with human papillomavirus infection and is characterized by the presence of… »
The natural bend in the spine at the neck. »
A stretching and opening of the cervical os during childbirth in preparation for delivery of the baby; the diameter is measured in… »
A method of euthanization whereby the spinal column is dislocated from the skull and brain. »
A non-neoplastic or neoplastic disorder that affects the cervix. Representative examples include cervicitis, endocervical polyp, and carcinoma. »
The abnormal growth of cells on the surface of the cervix. Cervical dysplasia is usually caused by certain types of human papillomavirus… »
A shortening and thinning of cervix due to the action of uterine contractions during active labor to allow for fetal descent. … »
A cervical adenocarcinoma with the histologic characteristics of the endometrioid adenocarcinoma of the endometrium. »
Endometriosis that affects the cervix. Most patients are asymptomatic. Some patients may present with recurrent minimal uterine bleeding. »
Clinical esophageal segment composed of skeletal muscle. It corresponds to the superior part of the upper third topographic segment of the… »
A usually solitary polypoid lesion that arises from the cervix. It usually affects women in their reproductive years. It is characterized by… »
Cervical Function Alteration involves a change in the quality of the existing biochemical composition or functionality of the cervix. »
Any one of the three sympathetic ganglia of the cervical vertebrae. »
The mucous secreting glands in the cervix. »
The mucous produced by the glands in the cervix which is composed mainly of water but also contains electrolytes, amino acids, glucose,… »
A neoplastic process that affects the glandular epithelial cells of the cervix. There is no evidence of invasion. It is… »
A benign, malignant, or precancerous neoplasm that arises from the glandular epithelium of the cervix. Representative examples include endocervical polyp, cervical adenocarcinoma,… »
A clinical diagnosis presenting with painless cervical dilatation and spontaneous mid-trimester birth in recurrent pregnancies in the absence of spontaneous membrane rupture,… »
Abnormal cells are found on the surface of the cervix. Cervical intraepithelial neoplasia is usually caused by certain types of human papillomavirus… »
Abnormal cells are found on the surface of the cervix. Cervical intraepithelial neoplasia grade 2/3 is usually caused by certain types of… »
A meningioma that arises from the meninges of the cervical region of the spinal cord. »
A variant of cervical squamous cell carcinoma characterized by the presence of keratin pearls. Intercellular bridges and cytoplasmic keratinization are usually… »
A rare, aggressive neuroendocrine carcinoma that arises from the cervix and is characterized by the presence of malignant cells with abundant cytoplasm,… »
Any of the lymph nodes located in the neck. »
Enlargement of the cervical lymph nodes usually due to infections or involvement by malignant neoplasms. »
A variant of cervical squamous cell carcinoma characterized by the presence of islands of cells with uniform, vesicular nuclei and prominent nucleoli… »
An aggressive malignant tumor of melanocytic origin that arises from the cervix. »
A congenital abnormality in the cervical region of the spine in which the meninges protrude through a defect in the spinal… »
A cervical adenocarcinoma that arises from mesonephric remnants. It is usually characterized by the presence of tubular glands lined by cuboidal epithelial… »
A benign endocervical polypoid epithelial hyperplasia characterized by the presence of tightly packed glandular structures. It is usually seen in women on… »
A benign or malignant neoplasm that arises from the cervix and is characterized by the presence of epithelial and mesenchymal elements. … »
A usually well to moderately differentiated cervical adenocarcinoma characterized by the presence of malignant glandular cells that contain significant amount of intracytoplasmic… »
A cervical mucinous adenocarcinoma characterized by the presence of malignant glandular cells that resemble those of the endocervix. »
A cervical mucinous adenocarcinoma that resembles the large intestinal adenocarcinoma. »
A rare, very well differentiated cervical mucinous adenocarcinoma in which most of the neoplastic glands cannot be distinguished from the normal endocervical… »
A rare cervical mucinous adenocarcinoma characterized by the presence of signet ring cells. »
A cervical mucinous adenocarcinoma characterized by the presence of a prominent villoglandular pattern. »
A mucus plug situated in the maternal cervical os during pregnancy that prevents entry of bacteria into the uterus. »
A rare, benign, papillary neoplasm that arises from the cervix. It is characterized by the presence of a fibrovascular core covered by… »
Herniation of spinal cord tissue and meninges through a defect in the cervical region of the vertebral column. The protrusion of the… »
A congenital abnormality in the cervical region of the spine in which the spinal cord and meninges protrude through a defect in… »
A benign or malignant neoplasm that affects the cervix. Representative examples include endocervical polyp, rhabdomyoma, carcinoma, and melanoma. »
Any of the eight nerves arising from one of the seven cervical vertebrae. »
A variant of cervical squamous cell carcinoma characterized by the presence of polygonal squamous cells. Intercellular bridges and cytoplasmic keratinization may be… »
A non-neoplastic disorder that affects the cervix. Representative examples include endometriosis and cervicitis. »
A human papillomavirus-related cervical squamous cell carcinoma characterized by the presence of papillary structures covered with epithelial cells which show features of… »
A polyp that arises from the surface of the cervix. »
A rare benign skeletal muscle neoplasm arising from the cervix. It is characterized by the presence of small nucleated rhabdomyoblasts within… »
A rare adenocarcinoma that arises from the cervix. It is characterized by the presence of papillary patterns and cellular budding. Psammoma bodies… »
A small cell carcinoma arising from the cervix. »
A benign or malignant neoplasm of the cervix arising from mesenchymal cells. Representative examples include rhabdomyoma, alveolar soft part sarcoma, AIDS-related… »
The portion of the spinal cord located in the cervical region. »
Those vertebrae immediately behind (caudal to) the skull, C1-C7 in man. »
Decreased flexibility of a cervical spine joint. »
A human papillomavirus-related cervical squamous cell carcinoma characterized by the presence of papillary structures with fibrovascular cores. It is covered with multiple… »
A type of cervical cancer that begins in squamous cells of the cervix. Cervical squamous cells are found in tissue that lines… »
Abnormal cells are found in the cervical epithelium (the innermost lining of the cervix). These abnormal cells may become cancer and spread… »
A neoplastic process that affects the squamous epithelium of the cervix. It is classified as cervical squamous intraepithelial neoplasia 1, 2,… »
Slightly abnormal cells are found on the surface of the cervix. Cervical squamous intraepithelial neoplasia 1 is usually caused by certain types… »
Moderately abnormal cells are found on the surface of the cervix. Cervical squamous intraepithelial neoplasia 2 is usually caused by certain types… »
Severely abnormal cells are found on the surface of the cervix. Cervical squamous intraepithelial neoplasia 3 is usually caused by certain types… »
A benign, precancerous, or malignant neoplasm that arises from the squamous epithelium of the cervix. Representative examples include condyloma acuminatum, cervical intraepithelial… »
A papilloma that arises from the squamous epithelium of the cervix. »
A neoplastic process characterized by a symmetric poorly circumscribed overgrowth of adipose tissue in the neck. It predominantly affects middle age… »
A carcinoma that arises from the cervix and is characterized by the lack of specific cellular differentiation. »
A highly differentiated variant of cervical squamous cell carcinoma characterized by the presence of a warty surface and stromal invasion with pushing… »
Any one of the seven vertebrae that start with C1, connecting the skull to the spine, and ends with C7, which joins… »
A human papillomavirus-related cervical squamous cell carcinoma characterized by the presence of a warty surface and koilocytotic atypia. »
An embryonal neoplasm arising from the cervix with morphologic features resembling Wilms tumor of the kidney. »
Cirugía para extirpar el cuello del útero (la parte final del útero que forma un canal entre el útero y la… »
Cirugía para extirpar el cuello del útero, el tejido y los ganglios linfáticos cercanos, así como la parte superior de la… »
Surgery to remove the cervix (the end of the uterus that forms a canal between the uterus and the vagina).The upper part… »
An acute or chronic inflammatory process that affects the cervix. Causes include sexually transmitted diseases and bacterial infections. Clinical manifestations include abnormal… »
A neurologic syndrome following injury of the spinal sympathetic nerves of the neck. The injury usually results from arthritis or pinching by… »
A form of ACTINOMYCOSIS characterized by slow-growing inflammatory lesions of the lymph nodes that drain the mouth (lumpy jaw), reddening of the… »
The point at the base of the skull where the brainstem and cervical spine intersect. »
A device used to deliver drugs directly to the cervix (the lower, narrow end of the uterus that forms a canal between… »
Dispositivo que se emplea para enviar medicamentos directamente hasta el cuello del útero (la terminación inferior y angosta del útero que forma… »
The cervix is the lower part of the uterus, the place where a baby grows during pregnancy. The cervix has a small… »
The varied epithelium of the cervix; which is composed of nonkeratinized stratified squamous cells distally, and simple columnar cells proximally. »
The epithelium of the endocervix, which consists of simple columnar cells. »
The epithelium of the ectocervix, which consists of nonkeratinized, stratified squamous cells. »
The lower part of the uterus occupying the region between the isthmus of the uterus and the vagina. It is divided into… »
An extract obtained from deer antler velvet. Deer antler extract contains insulin-like growth factor-1, estrone and estradiol. It is used for its… »
An antineoplastic protein isolated from the seeds of the plant Caesalpinia gilliesii with antineoplastic activity. Cesalin intercalates into and crosslinks DNA… »
A synthetic pill form of an active chemical in marijuana called delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC). Cesamet is used to treat nausea and vomiting caused… »
Pastilla sintética de una sustancia activa en la marihuana que se llama delta-9-tetrahidrocanabinol (THC). Cesamet se usa para tratar las náuseas y… »
Una cesárea es una intervención quirúrgica para el nacimiento de un bebé. El bebé se saca a través de una incisión en… »
Surgical removal of uterus as a concurrent procedure after a cesarean delivery. »
A Cesarean section (C-section) is surgery to deliver a baby. The baby is taken out through the mother's abdomen. In the United… »
A subject domain utilized for the submission of information encompassing and representing data, vocabulary or records related to cesarean section and other… »
The delivery of an infant through a surgical abdominal incision. Surgery is performed when there may be complications associated with a vaginal… »
Dejar de fumar. El cese del tabaquismo disminuye el riesgo de cáncer y otros problemas graves de salud. La orientación, la terapia… »
A radioactive isotope of cesium with an atomic mass of 139 and potential application in radiotherapy. Cesium Cs 137 is prevalent due… »
An unstable radioisotope of cesium (Cs) with radiocytotoxic application. Cs-131 is a gamma photon-emitting radionuclide with high energy and a relatively short… »
A quantity of time that elapses between two repeating activities or events. »
A unique, PPARalpha-independent peroxisome proliferator with hypolipidemic activity. Cetaben decreases serum cholesterol levels by inhibiting cholesterol biosynthesis. »
A sodium salt form of cetaben, a unique, PPARalpha-independent peroxisome proliferator with hypolipidemic activity. »
Cetirizine is a metabolite of hydroxyzine and a selective peripheral histamine H1-receptor antagonist. It is used for symptomatic treatment of seasonal and… »
A synthetic phenylmethyl-piperazinyl derivative, antihistaminic Cetirizine is a metabolite of hydroxyzine and a selective peripheral histamine H1-receptor antagonist. It is used for… »
A monounsaturated very long-chain fatty acid with a 22-carbon backbone and a single double bond originating from the 11th position from… »
Tipo de sustancia química que se usa en perfumes, pinturas, solventes y que se encuentra en los aceites esenciales (líquido perfumado extraído… »
Expressed in liver, human CETP B1 Allele is a variant form of CETP Gene (BPI/LBP Family), which encodes Cholesterol Ester Transfer Protein,… »
Expressed in liver, human CETP B2 Allele is a variant form of CETP Gene (BPI/LBP Family), which encodes Cholesterol Ester Transfer Protein,… »
This gene plays a role in the transfer of cholesteryl esters between lipoproteins and has been implicated in atherosclerosis susceptibility. »
Human CETP wild-type allele is located within 16q21 and is approximately 22 kb in length. This allele, which encodes cholesteryl ester transfer… »
Cetrorelix is a synthetic decapeptide which is structurally related to gonadotrophin-releasing hormone (luteinising-hormone releasing hormone). It acts as an LHRH… »
A drug used to treat certain types of head and neck cancer, and a certain type of colorectal cancer that has spread… »
Medicamento que se usa para tratar ciertos tipos de cáncer de cabeza y cuello, y cierto tipo de cáncer colorrectal que se… »
An immunoconjugate comprised of the recombinant chimeric monoclonal antibody cetuximab conjugated to the N-hydroxysuccinamide (NHS) ester form of the near-infrared (NIR) fluorescent… »
A synthetic, solid, fatty alcohol and nonionic surfactant. Cetyl alcohol is used as an emulsifying agent in pharmaceutical preparations. »
An abbreviation for a chemotherapy combination used to treat retinoblastoma in children. It includes the drugs carboplatin, etoposide, and vincristine. Also called… »
A regimen consisting of cyclophosphamide, etoposide and vincristine used for the treatment of extensive-stage small cell lung cancer. »
A cholinergic analogue with glandular secretion stimulatory activity. Cevimeline binds to and activates muscarinic receptors, thereby increasing the secretions in exocrine salivary… »
A drug used to treat certain disorders of the salivary gland. It is also being studied as a treatment for dry mouth… »
A synthetic, water soluble tubulin-binding agent with potential antineoplastic activity. Cevipabulin appears to bind at the vinca-binding site on tubulin, but seems… »
The fumarate salt of cevipabulin, a synthetic, water soluble tubulin-binding agent with potential antineoplastic activity. Cevipabulin appears to bind at the vinca-binding… »
The succinate salt form of cevipabulin, a synthetic, water soluble tubulin-binding agent with potential antineoplastic activity. Cevipabulin binds at the vinca-binding site… »
A dual peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor (PPAR) agonist, with hypoglycemic activity. In addition to its beneficial effects on glucose and triglyceride (TG) plasma… »
Thought to be wild albino in origin, this strain was obtained by Carworth farms from a Missouri laboratory. It was intensely inbred… »
Human CFC1 wild-type allele is located in the vicinity of 2q21.1 and is approximately 7 kb in length. This allele, which encodes… »
Human CFD wild-type allele is located in the vicinity of 19p13.3 and is approximately 4 kb in length. This allele, which encodes… »
Human CFH wild-type allele is located in the vicinity of 1q32 and is approximately 96 kb in length. This allele, which encodes… »
Human CFL1 wild-type allele is located in the vicinity of 11q13 and is approximately 4 kb in length. This allele, which encodes… »
This gene plays a role in the regulation of both proteolysis and apoptosis. »
A protein encoded by the CFLAR gene. »
Human CFLAR wild-type allele is located within 2q33-q34 and is approximately 48 kb in length. This allele, which encodes CASP8 and FADD-like… »
A small molecule and orally available inhibitor of colony-stimulating factor-1 receptor (CSF1R; cFMS) with potential antineoplastic activity. cFMS tyrosine kinase inhibitor ARRY-382… »
A condition that lasts for more than 6 months in which a person feels tired most of the time. They may also… »
The defects in cAMP-regulated chloride channel CTFR are believed to be the major cause for cystic fibrosis. Regulation of CFTR protein by… »
Human CFTR wild-type allele is located in the vicinity of 7q31.2 and is approximately 203 kb in length. This allele, which encodes… »
A protein found inside neuroendocrine cells, which release CgA and certain hormones into the blood. CgA may be found in higher than… »
Proteína que se encuentra en el interior de las células neuroendocrinas, que liberan CgA y ciertas hormonas en la sangre. CgA se… »
Término que se usaba para describir las células anormales elaboradas por las glándulas de las paredes del cuello uterino (el borde inferior… »
Human CGB wild-type allele is located in the vicinity of 19q13.32 and is approximately 26 kb in length. This allele, which encodes… »
Clinical Global Impression (CGI) Rate this item on the basis of drug effect only. Select the terms which best describe the degrees… »
Clinical Global Impression (CGI) Rate total improvement whether or not, in your judgment, it is due entirely to drug treatment. Compared to… »
Clinical Global Impression (CGI) Considering your total clinical experience with this particular population, how mentally ill is the patient at this time?… »
A question associated with the CGI questionnaire. »
Any substance that inhibits cGMP phosphodiesterase, an enzyme that breaks the phosphodiester bond in cGMP. Inhibition of cGMP phosphodiesterase can be used… »
cGMP-dependent 3',5'-cyclic phosphodiesterase (941 aa, ~106 kDa) is encoded by the human PDE2A gene. This protein is involved in the catabolism of… »
cGMP-specific 3',5'-cyclic phosphodiesterase (875 aa, ~100 kDa) is encoded by the human PDE5A gene. This protein plays a role in the mediation… »
This gene plays a role in tight junction organization. »
Human CGNL1 wild-type allele is located in the vicinity of 15q21.3 and is approximately 174 kb in length. This allele, which encodes… »
A fusion gene that results from a chromosomal inversion within 15q21.2-q21.3 and places the promoter for the CGNL1 gene near the 5'… »
A substance that is being studied in the treatment of cancer. It belongs to the family of drugs called S-adenosylmethionine decarboxylase… »
Sustancia en estudio para el tratamiento del cáncer. Es un tipo de inhibidor de la descarboxilasa S-adenosilmetionina. »
A water-soluble nitrosourea that cross-links with DNA, causing inhibition of DNA synthesis. »
CGS system is a clustering of metric units based on the centimeter, the gram, and the second. The ratio between a CGS… »
Provider: Pochon CHA University, Seoul, Korea. No information from provider. This cell line meets the criteria for the use of human embryonic… »
Provider: Pochon CHA University, Seoul, Korea. No information from provider. This cell line meets the criteria for the use of human embryonic… »
A substance being studied in the treatment of cancer. It binds to a molecule called GD2, which is found in greater than… »
Sustancia en estudio para el tratamiento de cáncer. Se une a una molécula que se llama GD2, que se encuentra en cantidades… »
A measurement of the complement required to lyse 50 percent of red blood cells in a biological specimen. »
This gene plays a role in both transcriptional regulation and nucleosome assembly. »
Human CHAF1A wild-type allele is located in the vicinity of 19p13.3 and is approximately 42 kb in length. This allele, which encodes… »
A parasitic infection caused by Trypanosoma cruzi. It is transmitted by insect bites. It is characterized by an acute and chronic phase;… »
Trypanosoma cruzi is an intracellular protozoan parasite that causes Chagas disease. The parasite life cycle involves hematophagous reduviid bugs as vectors. Once… »
CHAI Foundation is a 501(C)(3) non-profit organization formed to fund biomedical research into promising avenues largely ignored because they do not conform… »
A series of objects linked, connected, or associated together in linear fashion (e.g., the assemblage of atoms, radicals and chemical groups in… »
The officer who presides at the meetings of an organization, committee, or other organizational structure. »
The oil extracted from the wood of Chamaecyparis obtusa. Hinoki wood oil has anti-bacterial properties and is used in perfumes, toothpaste, and… »
An herbal remedy made from the dried root of Chamaelirium luteum, a lily native to the eastern and southern parts of North… »
The oil extracted from the petals of Chamaemelum nobile. Chamomile oil has anti-inflammatory properties. »
An electrocardiographic assessment of chamber hypertrophy or enlargement. »
One of three spaces (anterior, posterior, and vitreous chamber) in the eye. »
A procedure in which a tube is inserted into the chest to view the tissues and organs in the area between the… »
A family of plants with daisy-like flowers. Two types are German chamomile and Roman or English chamomile. These are used in teas… »
The essential oil extracted from the flowers of Anthemis nobilis or Matricaria chamomilla. Chamomile oil is used in various preparations for calming… »
Denotes any of the indigenous Chamorro people of Guam and the Mariana Islands or persons of that ancestry. »
CBE "Supplement-Changes Being Effected" supplement submission for certain moderate changes for which distribution can occur when FDA receives the supplement as provided… »
CBE-30 "Supplement-Changes Being Effected in 30 Days" supplement submission for certain moderate changes for which FDA receives at least 30 days before… »
A question about an individual's change in appearance at its worst. »
A question about an individual's change in bowel pattern at its worst. »
A variation in the dimensions of the uterus. »
The rationale for why an entity or event is changed. »
A coded value specifying a modification. »
Methods for determining whether a change has taken place, when it has taken place, the confidence level indicating the likelihood that a… »
An independent acquisition scheme, i.e., a route or conduit through which flows data consisting of one particular measurement using one particular… »
A drug used to help people stop smoking by acting the same way nicotine acts in the brain. It is a type… »
Medicamento que se usa para ayudar a la gente a dejar de fumar; actúa sobre el cerebro de la misma manera que… »
The Chao Family Comprehensive Cancer Center fosters bench-to-bedside research, with programs ranging from basic science research to clinical trials. Its mandate is… »
A quassinoid phytochemical isolated from Simaba cedron and other plant species with potential antineoplastic activity. Chaparrin is a mixture of compounds… »
A quassinoid phytochemical isolated from Ailanthus integrifolia sp. calycina and other plant species with potential antineoplastic activity. Chaparrinone inhibits protein synthesis,… »
Cytoplasmic proteins of both prokaryotes and eukaryotes that bind to nascent or unfolded polypeptides and ensure correct folding or transport. Chaperone proteins… »
Genes that encode cytoplasmic proteins of both prokaryotes and eukaryotes that bind to nascent or unfolded polypeptides and ensure correct folding or… »
Chaperone Protein Inhibition involves interference with, or restraint of, the activities of diverse cellular proteins that noncovalently bind to nascent or unfolded… »
Chaperone Protein Interaction involves temporary non-covalent binding through intermolecular physical forces of attraction by cellular proteins that mediate assembly/disassembly, stabilization, and transmembrane… »
A member of the clergy in charge of a chapel or who works with the military or with an institution, such as… »
A data type for holding large chunks of text. »
A defined list of characters recognized by the computer hardware and software. Each character is represented by a number. »
A data type comprised of a text string that can be displayed or machine processed. »
A data type comprised of a text string that can be displayed or machine processed, which does not allow translations. »
The distinguishing qualities or prominent aspect of a person, object, action, process, or substance. »
The act of describing distinctive characteristics or essential features. »
An inherited degenerative disorder involving the peripheral nerves. It is caused by mutations in the genes that are responsible for the production… »
Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease caused by mutations in the PMP22 gene (mapped to chromosome 17), resulting in peripheral nerve demyelination. »
The quantity of unbalanced electricity in a body (either positive or negative) and construed as an excess or deficiency of electrons. … »
Issue associated with the premature ending of the charging process (e.g. of a battery or other charge storage device). »
A rare autosomal dominant syndrome usually caused by mutations in the CHD7 gene. The term CHARGE is an acronym for the following… »
Issue associated with an unexpected amount of time required to charge the device as required (for example, a delay in starting charging… »
A type of external radiation therapy that uses a special machine to make invisible, high-energy particles (protons or helium ions) that kill… »
A device designed to restore the capacity of a system. »
A method of predicting mortality by weighting comorbid conditions calculated by reviewing an individual's chart. »
A supporting frame designed to hold other components or devices such as the chassis of a car or the internal frame of… »
The round, black berries of the flowering shrub Vitex agnus-castus, native to Mediterranean countries and Asia. Chaste berries contain glycosides, flavonoids, alkaloids,… »
An extract made from the fruit of the chaste tree (Vitex agnus-castus) found in parts of Asia and Europe. It is claimed… »
Human CHAT wild-type allele is located in the vicinity of 10q11.2 and is approximately 85 kb in length. This allele, which encodes… »
This gene may be involved in stature. »
Human CHCHD7 wild-type allele is located in the vicinity of 8q12.1 and is approximately 7 kb in length. This allele, which encodes… »
A fusion gene that results from a chromosomal inversion inv(8)(q12.1;q12.1) which fuses non-coding exon 1 of the CHCHD7 gene upstream of the… »
Human CHD1 wild-type allele is located within 5q15-q21 and is approximately 71 kb in length. This allele, which encodes chromodomain-helicase-DNA-binding protein 1,… »
This gene may be involved in the regulation of both gene expression and chromatin modification. »
Human CHD2 wild-type allele is located in the vicinity of 15q26 and is approximately 125 kb in length. This allele, which encodes… »
Human CHD5 wild-type allele is located in the vicinity of 1p36.3 and is approximately 78 kb in length. This allele, which encodes… »
This gene may play a role in the modulation of both chromatin structure modification and transcription. »
Human CHD7 wild-type allele is located in the vicinity of 8q12.2 and is approximately 188 kb in length. This allele, which encodes… »
Human CHD8 wild-type allele is located in the vicinity of 14q11.2 and is approximately 71 kb in length. This allele, which encodes… »
Human CHDH wild-type allele is located in the vicinity of 3p21.1 and is approximately 30 kb in length. This allele, which encodes… »
A question about whether an individual checks or has checked their appearance using a mirror whenever they can. »
The state of an object when it has been placed in its designated storage location. »
The state of an object when it has been removed from its designated storage location. »
A person that is responsible for the completion of forms that contain a list of information regarding procedure or content validation. … »
A person who is responsible for directing personnel involved with the coordination and completion of forms that contain a list of information… »
An inhibitor of checkpoint kinase 1 (chk1) with potential antineoplastic activity. Upon administration, LY2606368 selectively binds to chk1, thereby preventing activity of… »
A synthetic small molecule inhibitor of checkpoint kinases (Chks) with potential chemosensitizing activity. AZD7762 binds to and inhibits Chks, which may prevent… »
A synthetic small-molecule inhibitor of checkpoint kinases 1 and 2 (Chk1 and Chk2) with potential antineoplastic activity. XL844 binds to and inhibits… »
A computed value which depends on the contents of a block of data and which is transmitted or stored along with the… »
Checkup is a general examination or inspection, especially one carried out by a doctor or dentist. »
A rare autosomal recessive immunodeficiency disorder characterized by abnormal intracellular protein transport. Chediak-Higashi syndrome (CHS) is characterized by immune deficiency; partial oculocutaneous… »
An evagination of the oral mucosa within the cheek of some mammals, which forms a pocket. »
A characteristic of a medicinal product, specifying that its most predominant agreeable savor detected by the unified sensation of taste and olfactory… »
A surgical procedure used to remove bone spurs or irregularities from a joint. »
This gene is involved in the negative regulation of cell growth. »
Human CHEK1 wild-type allele is located within 11q24-q24 and is approximately 29 kb in length. This allele, which encodes serine/threonine-protein kinase Chk1… »
This gene plays a role in cell survival and the negative regulation of cell growth. »
Human CHEK2 wild-type allele is located in the vicinity of 22q12.1 and is approximately 57 kb in length. This allele, which encodes… »
An immunoconjugate of a murine monoclonal antibody CYT-099 (B72.3), with specificity for tumor-associated glycoprotein-72 (TAG-72), a human pancarcinoma antigen, chemically-linked to a… »
Chelating Activity involves non-covalent, often coordinated, bonding between a metal and a biological molecule or complex where the biological molecule forms a… »
A chemical compound that binds tightly to metal ions. In medicine, chelating agents are used to remove toxic metals from the… »
A procedure used to improve the way certain skin problems look. These problems include acne scars, wrinkles, or skin changes caused by… »
A web-based knowledge environment that includes freely available data derived from small molecules and small-molecule screens and resources for studying the data… »
A procedure used to improve the way certain skin problems look. These problems include acne scars, wrinkles, or skin changes caused by… »
Removal, separation, detachment, extirpation, or eradication of a body part, pathway, or function by chemical means. »
The consideration of chemical factors as a variable in disease incident, transmission, and control. »
Any process of combining chemical entities that is dependent upon chemical forces. »
A burn caused by exposure to chemical substances. »
Chemical Cancer Immunotherapy is the use of chemical substances to alter the interaction between the host's immune defenses and cancer cells to… »
A chemical compound that is capable of causing cancer in animals and/or in humans after repeated and long duration of exposure. … »
The study of the processes by which normal cells are transformed into cancer cells by chemicals. »
The administration of pharmacologic agents to correct abnormal heart rhythm. »
The breaking of a chemical bond in a molecule resulting in smaller molecules. »
A branch of physical chemistry that seeks to explain time-dependent phenomena in terms of the detailed motion of the nuclei and electrons… »
A data repository developed by the National Institute of Environmental Sciences (NIEHS) National Center for Toxicogenomics (NCT) to promote a systems biology… »
When a hazardous chemical has been released, it may harm people's health. Chemical releases can be unintentional, as in the case of… »
Chemical Engineering; engineering dealing with the industrial application of chemistry. (WWWebster Dictionary) »
A representation of a substance using symbols for its constituent elements. »
Methods of fractionation, isolation, and purification based on the physico-chemical properties of the substance, e.g. crystallization, distillation, solubility (miscibility). »
Gastritis caused by injury to the gastric mucosa by chemicals. The injury occurs due to reflux of bile and pancreatic enzymes. … »
Too much or too little of any substance that helps the body work the way it should. A chemical imbalance may be… »
The use of chemicals to enhance the immune system in treatment of cancer »
A type of footprinting technique used to define the location of protein-nucleic acid contacts at the base pair level in nucleic… »
The study of rates and mechanisms of chemical reactions and of the factors on which they depend. »
Testing of specimens or materials for various chemical properties. »
A chemical that influences the properties of another chemical or biological function. »
A single entity that can be represented as a set of atoms usually connected through a continuous set of covalent bonds. … »
Chemical name. (spell Greek characters and don't use superscript or subscript) »
Chemical measurement or determination. »
A procedure used to improve the way certain skin problems look. These problems include acne scars, wrinkles, or skin changes caused by… »
A small molecule that reacts with a known target in a predictable way, thereby showing location, identification, physiological state, etc. »
General term for compositional, structural, and reactivity- affecting qualities of chemical compounds. »
Issue associated with unintentional pouring out or releasing of chemical substances. »
A representation of the arrangement of atoms and bonds. »
A type of substance that may be described as a stoichiometric or non-stoichiometric single molecular entity and is not a protein or… »
A synapse in which an action potential causes the exocytosis of neurotransmitter from the presynaptic cell, which diffuses across the synaptic cleft… »
A functional part or structural element of a chemical synapse. »
The adverse effect of some iatrogenic therapies. It is an accepted side effect in radiation therapy where the desired effect is to… »
The science of the composition, structure, properties, and reactions of matter, especially of atomic and molecular systems. »
The quantification of a simple organic or inorganic chemical within a biological specimen. This does not include complex proteins or enzymes. … »
A laboratory test designed for the quantification of an organic or inorganic chemical within a biological specimen. »
Adjuvant used in chemotherapy that acts by stimulating the immune system. »
A procedure in which the blood supply to a tumor is blocked after anticancer drugs are given in blood vessels near the… »
Chemotherapy combined with immunotherapy. Chemotherapy uses different drugs to kill or slow the growth of cancer cells; immunotherapy uses treatments to stimulate… »
Chemokines constitute a superfamily of small (8-10 kDa), inducible, secreted, pro-inflammatory cytokines that are involved in a variety of immune and inflammatory… »
Expressed, like XCL1, in activated T cells (low levels in unstimulated cells) by human XCL2 Gene (Intercrine Gamma Family), 114-aa 12.5-kDa (precursor)… »
Encoded by human XCR1 Gene (GPCR Family 1), Chemokine (C Motif) XC Receptor 1 is a 333-amino acid 38.5 kD seven transmembrane… »
The determination of the amount of chemokine (C-C Motif) ligand 17 present in a sample. »
The determination of the amount of chemokine (C-C Motif) ligand 18 present in a sample. »
MIP-1 beta chemokine is chemotactic for neutrophils and monocytes, stimulates macrophages, and may play a role in regulating hematopoiesis. MIP-1 beta… »
Chemokine (C-C Motif) Receptor 1, encoded by the CCR1 gene, is a member of the beta chemokine receptor family and a seven… »
Chemokine (C-C motif) receptor 8 (355 aa, 41 kD) is a cell communication process protein that is encoded by the human CCR8… »
A CXC (or alpha) chemokine also known as MGSA, or melanoma growth-stimulating activity. This family of chemokines also includes IL-8, platelet… »
The determination of the amount of chemokine (C-X-C Motif) ligand 10 present in a sample. »
CD183 is a G protein-coupled receptor with selectivity for three chemokines, termed IP10 (interferon-g-inducible 10 kDa protein), Mig (monokine induced by interferon-g)… »
The determination of the amount of chemokine present in a sample. »
Encoded by Chemokine Receptor Genes (GPCR Family), cell surface Chemokine Receptors are seven-transmembrane G protein-coupled receptor glycoproteins that bind to chemokines and… »
Any agent that binds to and blocks any of the chemokine receptor subtypes. Chemokine receptors, members of the G-protein coupled receptor family,… »
The determination of the amount of chemokine receptor CXCR3 present in a sample. »
Chemokine Receptor Genes (GPCR Family) encode cell surface Chemokine Receptors, seven-transmembrane G protein-coupled receptor glycoproteins that bind to chemokines and mediate the… »
Inflammatory immune response requires the recruitment of leukocytes to the site of inflammation upon foreign insult. Chemokines are small chemoattractant peptides that… »
Chemokine binding protein 2 (384 aa, 43 kD) is a cell motility protein that is encoded by the human CCBP2 gene and… »
Chemokine-Like Receptor 1, encoded by the human CMKLR1 gene, is an orphan receptor that belongs to G Protein-Coupled Receptor. This protein may… »
Chemokines (chemotactic cytokines) other than those in the C, CC, or CXC classes. »
The use of drugs, vitamins, or other agents to try to reduce the risk of, or delay the development or recurrence of,… »
In cancer prevention, a clinical trial that studies whether taking certain medicines, vitamins, minerals, or food supplements can prevent cancer. Also called… »
Having to do with preventing or delaying the development of cancer. »
A natural or synthetic substance, such as a drug, vitamin, hormone, plant product or food supplement, that may reduce the risk of… »
The use of drugs to protect normal tissue from damage by cancer therapy agents. »
A quality of some drugs used in cancer treatment. Chemoprotective agents protect healthy tissue from the toxic effects of anticancer drugs. … »
Chemicals which protect normal cells from the effects of chemotherapy. »
Treatment that combines chemotherapy with radiation therapy. Also called chemoradiotherapy. »
Treatment that combines chemotherapy with radiation therapy. Also called chemoradiation. »
Chemotherapy given to shrink a retinoblastoma tumor before treatment with radiation or surgery. It is a type of neoadjuvant therapy. »
The susceptibility of tumor cells to the cell-killing effects of anticancer drugs. »
A laboratory test that measures the number of tumor cells that are killed by a cancer drug. The test is done after… »
The synergistic action of two drugs, being greater than the sum of the effects of each used alone. »
A drug that makes tumor cells more sensitive to the effects of chemotherapy. »
The characteristic directional movement or orientation of an organism or cell along a chemical concentration gradient either toward or away from the… »
Chemotaxis Induction involves initiation of characteristic movement or orientation of an organism or cell along a chemical concentration gradient either toward or… »
Chemotaxis Inhibition involves interference with, or restraint of, characteristic movement or orientation of an organism or cell along a chemical concentration gradient… »
A drug used to treat cancer. »
A procedure in which a warmed solution containing anticancer drugs is used to bathe, or is passed through the blood vessels of,… »
The process of flooding fluid through the artery to saturate the surrounding tissue. In regional perfusion, a specific area of the body… »
A method of delivering fluids and drugs directly to tumors in the peritoneal cavity. »
An agent applied topically that inhibits the maturation, growth or spread of tumor cells. »
Treatment with drugs that kill cancer cells. »
A health care organization staffed, equipped, and licensed for performing chemotherapy, biological therapy and associated oncology care. »
A combination of multiple drugs used in standard or clinical trial treatments. The order, dosage or dosing interval of the individual ingredients… »
A leukemia arising as a result of the mutagenic effect of chemotherapy agents that are used for the treatment of a malignant… »
Nausea and/or vomiting co-occurring with a cycle of chemotherapy. »
An oil obtained from Chenopodium ambrosioides plants. Chenopodium oil is considered to be toxic but has been used for its anthelmintic… »
Los chequeos médicos y exámenes pueden detectar problemas antes de que ocurran. También pueden encontrar problemas a tiempo, cuando las posibilidades de… »
Hacerse exámenes y tests con frecuencia puede ayudar a encontrar problemas antes de que comiencen. También pueden encontrarlos antes, cuando las posibilidades… »
Hay muchas responsabilidades cuando usted tiene un bebé. Una de ellas es asegurarse de que su bebé tenga todos los chequeos médicos… »
A characteristic of a medicinal product, specifying that its most predominant agreeable savor detected by the unified sensation of taste and olfactory… »
A capillary hemangioma of the skin, presenting as a red papular lesion. »
A capillary hemangioma arising from the lip and presenting as a papular lesion. »
A rare disorder usually caused by mutations in the SH3BP2 gene. It is characterized by prominence of the lower part of the… »
The Chesapeake Bay Retriever is a powerful, muscular retriever with a slightly wavy, rather short coat. Both the outer coat and dense… »
The anterior side of the thorax from the neck to the abdomen. The shape of the chest is often regarded as potential… »
The chest is the part of the body between your neck and your abdomen. It includes the ribs and breastbone. … »
Pain in the chest. »
An x-ray examination of the chest. »
A type of valve that connects to a chest tube and facilitates the drainage of fluid, air, and other materials out of… »
The muscles, bones, and joints that make up the area of the body between the neck and the abdomen. »
A non-neoplastic or neoplastic disorder that affects the structures of the chest wall. Representative examples include infection, chest wall lipoma, and… »
An extraabdominal fibromatosis arising from the soft tissue of the chest wall. It is characterized by the presence of elongated spindle-shaped fibroblasts,… »
A benign adipose tissue neoplasm of the chest wall. »
A benign or malignant neoplasm that affects the structures of the chest wall. Representative examples include chest wall lipoma and chest… »
Painful sensation in the chest wall region. »
A parachordoma arising from the chest wall. »
An intermediate cutaneous fibrohistiocytic neoplasm arising from the chest wall. It is a multinodular poorly circumscribed tumor, characterized by the presence… »
An x-ray of the structures inside the chest. An x-ray is a type of high-energy radiation that can go through the body… »
A bar designed to be chewed to release active and/or inert ingredient(s). »
A capsule designed to be chewed to release the active and/or inert ingredient(s). »
A tablet designed to be chewed to release the active and/or inert ingredient(s). »
Pain or discomfort with mastication, a symptom of underlying disease. Causes can include problems with the teeth, jaws or temporomandibular joint, mumps,… »
A semi-solid composed of synthetic, polymerized polysaccharide and flavorings, intended to be chewed to release active and/or inert ingredient(s). »
A type of smokeless tobacco made from cured tobacco leaves. It may be sweetened and flavored with licorice and other substances. It… »
A condition in which the heart has trouble pumping blood through the body. It may develop over a long period of… »
Human CHFR wild-type allele is located in the vicinity of 12q24.33 and is approximately 47 kb in length. This allele, which encodes… »
Human CHGA wild-type allele is located in the vicinity of 14q32 and is approximately 12 kb in length. This allele, which encodes… »
Encodes Chromogranin B, a tyrosine-sulfated secretory protein found in a wide variety of peptidergic endocrine cells. Chromogranin functions as a neuroendocrine… »
Human CHGB wild-type allele is located within 20pter-p12 and is approximately 14 kb in length. This allele, which encodes secretogranin-1 protein, is… »
A mathematical distribution whose shape is determined by its one parameter, the degree(s) of freedom (df). This distribution is often used in… »
Chi-square test is a statistical test for testing the null hypothesis that the distribution of a discrete random variable coincides with a… »
The southernmost state of Mexico, bordering on the Pacific Ocean. Its capital is Tuxtla Gutierrez. »
Chiari malformations (CMs) are structural defects in the cerebellum. The cerebellum is the part of the brain that controls balance. With… »
The cavity surrounding the optic chiasm. »
This gene may play a role in vesicular transport. »
Human CHIC2 wild-type allele is located in the vicinity of 4q11 and is approximately 55 kb in length. This allele, which encodes… »
A fusion gene that results from a chromosomal translocation t(4;12)(q11-q21;p13) which fuses exons 1-3 of the CHIC2 gene to exons 2-8 of… »
A fusion protein encoded by the CHIC2/ETV6 fusion gene. This protein is comprised of approximately 110 N-terminal amino acids from the cysteine-rich… »
Cells derived from the chicken used as a biological model for research. »
A contagious childhood disorder caused by the varicella zoster virus. It is transmitted via respiratory secretions and contact with chickenpox blister… »
A morphologic finding that refers to delicate vascular channel formations. It is characterized by the formation of arborizing and curving… »
Chickenpox is an infection caused by the varicella-zoster virus. Most cases are in children under age 15, but older children and adults… »
A tincture made from the dried parts of Stellaria media, a widespread annual plant. Chickweed tincture contains mucilage, saponins, silica, minerals, vitamins… »
An orally bioavailable benzamide-type inhibitor of histone deacetylase (HDAC) isoenzymes 1, 2, 3 and 10, with potential antineoplastic activity. Chidamide binds to… »
Epithelial cells that line the basal half of the gastric glands. They synthesize and secrete pepsinogen, a precursor of the enzyme… »
An epithelial cell of the stomach that secretes digestive enzymes. Chief cells may be found at any level in the fundic glands,… »
The primary reason for a patient visit. »
The Chihuahua is a tiny dog with an apple-shaped head and a short pointed muzzle. It has round, large, very dark eyes… »
A rare condition characterized by skin inflammation, blister formation, swelling and ulcerations in the extremities. It occurs in persons exposed to cold… »
Child abuse is doing something or failing to do something that results in harm to a child or puts a child at… »
The psychological, emotional, and sexual abuse of a child, typically by a parent, stepparent, or parent surrogate. »
All kids misbehave some times. And some may have temporary behavior problems due to stress. For example, the birth of a sibling,… »
Children's healthy development depends on safe and positive experiences when they are very young. If you work or go to school, you… »
Healthy teeth are important to your child's overall health. From the time your child is born, there are things you can do… »
As children grow older, they develop in several different ways. Child development includes physical, intellectual, social, and emotional changes. »
Children affected by toxins may be due to silicone breast implants and their effects on unborn children and from breastfeeding. »
It's important to recognize and treat mental illnesses in children early on. Once mental illness develops, it becomes a regular part… »
A healthy diet helps children grow and learn. It also helps prevent obesity and weight-related diseases, such as diabetes. To give your… »
A subdiscipline of psychology centered on the special mental health needs of non-adults. »
Metal closure that is designed or constructed to be significantly difficult for children under five years of age to open and not… »
Plastic closure that is designed or constructed to be significantly difficult for children under five years of age to open and not… »
As parents, we want to keep our children safe from harm. Take steps to keep your children safe: »
Sexual abuse is one form of child abuse. It includes a wide range of actions between a child and an adult or… »
A healthcare professional who is trained in the emotional and developmental needs of children. The child-life specialist helps children and their families… »
A healthcare professional who is trained in the emotional and developmental needs of children. The child-life worker helps children and their families… »
Used to assess the prognosis of chronic liver disease, mainly cirrhosis. Although it was originally used to predict mortality during surgery, it… »
An indicator as to whether the female subject has the potential to become pregnant. »
When you are ready to have your baby, you'll go through labor. Contractions let you know labor is starting. When contractions are… »
While childbirth usually goes well, complications can happen. They can cause a risk to the mother, baby, or both. Possible… »
Cases of harm to a child caused by parents or other caregivers, defined by the Federal government as: any recent act or… »
An acute basophilic leukemia occurring in children. »
An acute eosinophilic leukemia occurring in children. »
An acute erythroid leukemia occurring in children. »
An acute lymphoblastic leukemia occurring during childhood. The majority of cases are B-acute lymphoblastic leukemias. Approximately 15% of the cases are… »
Acute lymphoblastic leukemia in children which is not growing and responds to treatment. »
A way of grouping patients that is used to plan treatment for children with acute lymphoblastic leukemia. A risk group is… »
An acute megakaryoblastic leukemia occurring in children. »
An acute monoblastic and monocytic leukemia occurring in children. »
An acute monoblastic leukemia occurring in children. »
An acute monocytic leukemia occurring in children. »
Acute myeloid leukemia occuring in childhood. »
Acute myeloid leukemia of childhood which is not growing and responds to treatment. »
An acute myeloid leukemia with maturation occurring in children. »
An acute myeloid leukemia with minimal differentiation occurring in children. »
An acute myeloid leukemia without maturation occurring in children. »
An acute myelomonocytic leukemia occurring in children. »
An acute promyelocytic leukemia occurring in children. »
An aggressive malignant mesenchymal neoplasm occurring in children. It is characterized by the presence of round cells with myoblastic differentiation, and… »
An alveolar soft part sarcoma occurring in children. The most common site of involvement is the head and neck, particularly the… »
A rare aggressive malignant mesenchymal neoplasm occurring in children. The neoplasm is characterized by the presence of bizarre round, spindle, and… »
An angiosarcoma occurring in childhood. »
An astrocytic tumor appearing before the age of twenty one without designation of benign or malignant nor designated location. »
An atypical teratoid/rhabdoid tumor occurring in children. »
An acute B-lymphoblastic leukemia occurring in children. »
A B-cell acute leukemia occurring in childhood. It is characterized by the presence of lymphoblasts that carry a translocation between the BCR… »
A morphologic variant of embryonal rhabdomyosarcoma occurring in children. The tumor arises from organs with a mucosal epithelial surface. It… »
A morphologic variant of embryonal rhabdomyosarcoma occurring in female children. The neoplasm arises from the vagina. It is characterized by… »
A morphologic variant of embryonal rhabdomyosarcoma occurring in female children. The neoplasm arises from the vulva. It is characterized by… »
A germ cell tumor arising from brain during childhood. »
A germinoma arising from the brain during childhood. »
A brain meningioma that occurs during childhood. »
A benign or malignant, primary or metastatic neoplasm of the brain occurring in children. »
An abnormal growth of the cells that comprise the tissues of the brainstem. While the tumor may be histologically benign, it can… »
Brain tumors are abnormal growths inside the skull. They are among the most common types of childhood cancers. Some are benign tumors,… »
The leukemic counterpart of Burkitt lymphoma occurring in children. The characteristic Burkitt cells are seen in the bone marrow and the… »
A Burkitt lymphoma occurring in children. »
A term used to describe cancers that occur between birth and 15 years of age. Childhood cancers are very rare and… »
A group of children with cancer that has been formed based on certain characteristics of the children and their disease. These… »
An NCI-funded multi-institution project designed to better understand late effects of cancer upon cancer survivors »
A germ cell tumor of the central nervous system occurring in children. »
A germinoma arising from the central nervous system during childhood. »
A benign or malignant neoplasm of the brain, spinal cord, or meninges occurring in children. Representative examples include posterior fossa astrocytoma,… »
A primitive neuroectodermal tumor arising from the central nervous system, occurring in children. »
A mature or immature teratoma affecting the central nervous system and occurring in children. »
Benign and malignant astrocytomas that arise from astrocytes in the cerebellum. More than 80% of childhood cerebellar astrocytomas are pilocytic astrocytomas… »
An astrocytoma, without designation of benign or malignant, that is found in the supratentorial region. The infratentorial location is more common in… »
An ependymoblastoma arising from the cerebral hemispheres, occurring in children. »
A chronic myelogenous leukemia occurring during childhood. »
A rare malignant neoplasm with melanocytic differentiation characterized by the presence of polygonal or spindle shaped clear cells affecting children. This sarcoma… »
A high grade malignant bone-forming mesenchymal neoplasm producing osteoid that occurs in childhood. The tumor arises from the medullary portion of… »
A craniopharyngioma that occurs during childhood. The vast majority of cases are adamantinomatous craniopharyngiomas. Clinical signs and symptoms include endocrine… »
Similar to depression in adults, childhood depression is characterized by a prolonged depressed or irritable mood accompanied by a significant loss of… »
A desmoplastic small round cell tumor occurring in children. »
Diabetes mellitus that develops during childhood. »
A diffuse large cell lymphoma occurring in children. »
A pediatric disorder characterized by normal development for at least the first two years of life followed by a severe regression in… »
A poorly circumscribed morphologic variant of rhabdomyosarcoma occurring in children. The neoplasm is characterized by the presence of primitive skeletal muscle… »
An epithelioid sarcoma occurring in childhood. »