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Wait-and-see approach in a paediatric patient with Neuroblastoma with Metastati...
Moreira,Biana; Foles,Ana; Silva,Diana; Gonçalves,PierreAbstract Neuroblastoma is the most common extracranial solid tumour in the paediatric population, accounting for approximately 8-10% of all childhood cancers. It arises from the abnormal proliferation of embryonic neural crest cells which normally give rise to the sympathetic nervous system (SNS) and the adrenal gland medulla. Its prognosis is uniquely heterogeneous, with some children experiencing spontaneous ...
Ulcerative skin lesions - what is the diagnosis?
Foles,Ana; Carvalho,Rita; Moreira,Biana; Cachão,JoanaAbstract Ecthyma is an ulcerative skin infection, usually caused by group A beta-hemolytic Streptococcus. High temperatures and humidity facilitate the development of the disease, which is particularly common among travelers returning from tropical countries. Early diagnosis and adequate treatment, with systemic antibiotics and local intervention, is essential to minimize the risk of complications. The authors ...