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Brain cancer, MRI scan C016 / 4436
Brain cancer. Coloured coronal magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan through the head of a 48 year old male patient with a glioblastoma (centre right), with surrounding oedema (fluid) that is compressing the left ventricle (at right). A glioblastoma is a particularly malignant brain cancer that arises from the supporting glial cells in the brain. Treatment is with a combination of surgery and radiotherapy, but the prognosis is poor
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Aggressive Cancer Cancerous Cerebral Coronal Diagnosis Diagnostic Edema Fluid Forties Forty Eight Glial Cells Glioblastoma Malignancy Malignant Mri Scan Oedema Oncological Oncology Rear Scanner Tumor Tumour Abnormal Brain Condition Disorder Nervous System Section Unhealthy
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This print showcases the devastating reality of brain cancer. The coloured coronal magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan reveals the intricate details of a glioblastoma, an aggressive and malignant tumor that originates from glial cells in the brain. At the center-right of the image, this 48-year-old male patient's glioblastoma is prominently displayed, surrounded by fluid-filled oedema that exerts pressure on the left ventricle at its right. The diagnosis of such a condition is undoubtedly grim, as treatment options for glioblastomas typically involve a combination of surgery and radiotherapy. However, despite medical intervention, prognosis remains poor for individuals afflicted with this disorder. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of both the fragility and complexity of our human bodies. It highlights not only the advancements made in diagnostic technology but also underscores the urgent need for further research and development in oncology. As we gaze upon this image, we are confronted with an unsettling truth: brain cancer knows no boundaries or age limits. This man's forties should have been filled with joyous moments and milestones; instead, he finds himself entangled in a battle against an abnormal growth within his own head. Ultimately, this print stands as a testament to both scientific progress and human resilience. It urges us to continue striving towards finding effective treatments while fostering empathy and support for those affected by this relentless disease.
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