Cisplatin resistance in head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (HNSCC) reduces survival.In this study we hypothesized that methylation of key genes mediates cisplatin resistance.We determined whether a demethylating drug, decitabine, could augment the anti-proliferative and apoptotic effects of cisplatin on SCC-25/CP, a cisplatin-resistant tongue SC
Abstract Background During an evolving influenza pandemic, community mitigation strategies, such as social distancing, can slow down Hose End virus transmission in schools and surrounding communities.To date, research on school practices to promote social distancing in primary and secondary schools has focused on prolonged school closure, with litt
Abstract Background Aortoesophageal fistula (AEF) is an extremely rare and highly fatal complication leading to a high risk of morbidity and mortality.Successful management of AEF after esophagectomy for esophageal carcinoma has rarely been reported in the literature.Case presentation Here we present a rare case of a 44-year-old female with complic