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Cervical reactive lymphadenopathy, often referred to as cervical lymphadenopathy, is a common condition characterized by inflamed lymph nodes in the neck. This article will explain the definition and causes of cervical lymphadenopathy, and when you should be concerned about it.

A Fairy Tale in Real Life: A Female 'Warrior' Overcomes Bone Cancer and Welcomes Her First Baby at Vinmec

Six years ago, when holding the diagnosis of bone cancer in her hands, Lê Thị Hòa (29 years old) felt as though all the doors in her life had closed. The long days of enduring nine rounds of chemotherapy, three major surgeries, and excruciating pain once made her consider giving up on her dream of having a small family and becoming a mother.

Overcoming Challenges to Save a Patient with Complex Esophageal Cancer

A patient with late-stage esophageal cancer in a precarious location and suffering from tracheal stenosis was successfully treated at Vinmec Hospital through a combination of coordinated, optimized treatments and advanced equipment.

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Evaluation of the impact of bladder volume changes on setting errors in patients undergoing radiotherapy for pelvic cancer at Vinmec Times City International General Hospital

A total of 7 patients with pelvic cancer (low rectal cancer, cervical cancer, ovarian cancer) were assigned to postoperative radiotherapy at Vinmec Times City General Hospital from January 2018 to July 2019.

Facing danger due to incomplete removal cancer surgery: The battle to regain hope at the breast center

Facing danger due to missed cancer surgery: The battle to regain hope at the breast center.

Spectacular journey: Resection of a 5cm giant breast tumor through a 3mm incision

Breast cancer detected only due to nipple discharge

The final results determined that the patient had ductal carcinoma in situ - a type of breast cancer that is still localized within the duct.

What is the life expectancy for patients with esophageal cancer?

Esophageal cancer is a malignant disease with a high risk of death because it is often diagnosed at later stages. However, if detected early, the 5-year survival rate is greatly improved. If you wonder how long a patient with esophageal cancer can live, please read the information below.

Can Ultrasound Detect Stomach Cancer?

Ultrasound is a common diagnostic imaging technique used to detect a wide range of diseases, including cancer. So, can an ultrasound detect stomach cancer?

Signs of shoulder bone cancer

Shoulder bone cancer is often difficult to detect. Therefore, recognizing the signs of shoulder bone cancer in the early stages is very important for timely detection and treatment of the disease.

Which type of cancer has the lowest survival rate?

The survival rate for cancer depends greatly on the type of cancer and the time of diagnosis. Among the six deadliest cancers, do you know which one tops the list?

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