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Lymp Node Biopsies: A Seven-Year Retrospective Study at a Tertiary Centre in Southern Nigeria

Emmanuel Wobo, Christian Chika Ogbu, Paxman Dandyson Uku & Kabari Light Tornyie · Journal of Cancer and Tumor International · 2026

Background: Lymphadenopathy is a common clinical finding requiring detailed investigations to ascertain the underlying cause. This could range from stereotypical patterns of treatable infectious etiology to deadly malignant neoplasms. Excision biopsy for histological assessment i...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jcti/2026/v16i1341

Development of Desktop Based Breast Cancer Symptoms Self-examination Support System

Adepoju Temilola Morufat, Oladele Matthias Omotayo, Aina Ifeoluwasemilojo, Omidiora Elijah Olusayo & Fatai Kjadijat Adeola · Journal of Cancer and Tumor International · 2026

Aims: The early identification of breast cancer is the most significant method for breast cancer prevention. Breast self-examination has received widespread support and promotion from cancer organisations and authorities worldwide. But for it to be effective, women need to be edu...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jcti/2026/v16i1340

Adenocarcinoma Arising in an Enteric Duplication Cyst: A Rare Malignancy at an Uncommon Site

R. Lakshmi & Kavitha KP · Journal of Cancer and Tumor International · 2026

Enteric duplication cysts are rare congenital anomalies usually presenting in early childhood. Malignant transformation within these cysts is exceedingly uncommon, particularly in adults. We report a rare case of moderately differentiated adenocarcinoma arising in a jejunal dupli...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jcti/2026/v16i1338

Assessment of Breast Cancer and Breast Self-Examination Awareness among Young Women in Kalaburagi District, India: A Prospective Quasi-Experimental Study

Pooja V. Salimath, Vanishree P. Babaladi, Syed Afzal Uddin Biyabani, Ayesha Asma, Janet Abraham, Hafsa Naema, Prateeksha H & Rajamani Shabadi · Journal of Cancer and Tumor International · 2026

Background: Breast cancer is the most prevalent malignancy among women globally and is a leading cause of cancer-related mortality in India. Early detection significantly improves survival, and breast self-examination (BSE) is a simple, cost-effective method for early identificat...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jcti/2026/v16i1339

Diagnostic Utility of Bone Marrow Biopsy in Haematological Malignancies: A Seven Year Retrospective Study from Nigeria

Ugwa, O. & Korubo, K.I. · Journal of Cancer and Tumor International · 2026

Background: Bone marrow aspirate (BMA) and bone marrow biopsy (BMB) are complementary procedures in the evaluation of haematological disorders. While aspirate smears often suffice for diagnosis, trephine biopsy provides additional value in cases with focal lesions, inadequate asp...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jcti/2026/v16i1337

Modelling Dynamic PSA Trajectories and Survival in Prostate Cancer Using Joint Longitudinal Survival Models

Francis Ayiah-Mensah, Senyefia Bosson-Amedenu, William Obeng-Denteh, Rebecca N. Arhin & Christiana N. M. Lokko · Journal of Cancer and Tumor International · 2026

Biologically and clinically, prostate cancer is significantly heterogeneous; still, much of the existing empirical research on prognosis proceeds within the two-stage paradigm, which conceptualises prostate-specific antigen (PSA) as a static baseline variable and neglects its dyn...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jcti/2026/v16i1336

Characteristics of Breast Cancer Patients with Bone Metastasis in Prof. Dr. I.G.N.G. Ngoerah General Hospital Denpasar 2022-2024

Silvia, Ni Gusti Ayu Agung Manik Yuniawaty Wetan, Putu Astri Novianti, Dewa Ayu Made Adnya Swari & Putu Anda Tusta Adiputra · Journal of Cancer and Tumor International · 2026

Aims: Breast cancer is the most common malignancy among women in Indonesia and frequently metastasizes to bone, contributing significantly to morbidity and mortality. This study aimed to describe the characteristics of breast cancer patients with bone metastasis at Prof. Dr. I.G....

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jcti/2026/v16i1335

Lung Cancer: The Current and Multimodality Treatment

Darmawan Ismail & Budhi Ida Bagus · Journal of Cancer and Tumor International · 2025

Even though lung cancer is one of the most prevalent diseases, with an increasing incidence as well as the continued occurrence of morbidity and death, our clinical practice needs to consider a wide range of factors when determining the most appropriate treatment option for patie...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jcti/2025/v15i4334

Comparison of 13 Fractions Versus 15 Fractions Adjuvant Radiotherapy Schedules in Early Breast Cancer for Early Postradiotherapy Adverse Reactions

Pramila Kumari, Satya Shankar Harsh, Ashwini Vyas, S.L. Jakhar & H.S. Kumar · Journal of Cancer and Tumor International · 2025

  Background: Cancer is listed among the leading causes of mortality and morbidity worldwide, with approx 19.97 million newly diagnosed cases and 9.74 million cancer deaths in 2022. 6,66,103 cases died out of 2.29 million new cases of breast cancer diagnosed in 2022. Radiotherapy...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jcti/2025/v15i4333

A Systematic Review on Giant Ovarian Sex Cord Stromal Tumors Presenting as Massive Abdominopelvic Masses

Swarnava Chanda & Nashra Afaq · Journal of Cancer and Tumor International · 2025

Background: Ovarian sex cord stromal tumors (SCSTs) are rare neoplasms accounting for 5-8% of all ovarian malignancies. Giant variants (>10 cm) are exceptional and mimic epithelial tumors clinically and radiologically. Aim and Objective: To systematically review the clinical,...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jcti/2025/v15i4332

Genetic Diversity of Human Papillomavirus and Comparative Analysis of Conventional and Molecular Screening Methods for Cervical Precancer among Women in Nakuru County Referral and Teaching Hospital, Kenya

Opudo Wilson Owino, Edinah Song'oro & Andrew Nyerere · Journal of Cancer and Tumor International · 2025

Background: Cervical cancer remains a consequential global public health challenge, mainly driven by persistent human papillomavirus (HPV) infection. In low-resource contexts such as Nakuru County, Kenya, incidence and mortality rates are high, with conventional screening methods...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jcti/2025/v15i4331

Silent Obstruction: A Rare Case of Nasolabial Schwannoma

Isma Arif Bin Sulaini, Adam Bin Mohamad & Nor Hafizah Binti Mohd Zain · Journal of Cancer and Tumor International · 2025

Schwannomas are benign peripheral nerve sheath tumors most frequently found in the head and neck region. Their occurrence in the nasolabial area, however, is exceedingly rare. We reported this case, a 27-year-old man presenting with a gradually enlarging right-sided nasal swellin...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jcti/2025/v15i4330

Circulating Tumor DNA as a Biomarker in Colorectal Cancer: Diagnostic, Prognostic, and Therapeutic Perspectives

Nidhinshad V, Ganthimathy Sekhar & Vipin Viswanath · Journal of Cancer and Tumor International · 2025

Circulating tumor DNA (ctDNA) is a type of cell-free DNA that originates from the shedding of tumor cells to the bloodstream and has recently been considered as a potential biomarker in colorectal cancer (CRC). This review covers the general features of ctDNA in terms of their bi...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jcti/2025/v15i4329

Testosterone and PSA Dynamics in Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia and Prostate Cancer: Evidence from Patients at Lagos University Teaching Hospital, Nigeria

Chukwum J. Okafor, Bart I. Ifionu, Ufuoma Ohwo, Nkem F. Obianagha, Emmanuel I. Obeagu, Omobolanle Abioye Ogundahunsi, E. N Adejumo & Seyi Samson Enitan · Journal of Cancer and Tumor International · 2025

Introduction: Prostatic diseases, including prostate cancer (CAP) and benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), are prevalent pathologies in ageing men. While prostate-specific antigen (PSA) is a well-established diagnostic marker, the role of serum testosterone in distinguishing betwe...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jcti/2025/v15i4328

Integrative Bioinformatics Analysis of microRNA Expression and Genomic Signatures for Early Detection and Survival Prediction in Prostate Cancer

Onyejeme Chimere Philemon, Goddidit Esiro Enoyoze & Damilola Emmanuel Adewara · Journal of Cancer and Tumor International · 2025

Prostate cancer remains the second most common malignancy among men worldwide and a leading cause of cancer-related mortality. MicroRNAs (miRNAs) and genomic signatures are critical regulators of oncogenic processes and represent promising biomarkers for cancer diagnosis and prog...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jcti/2025/v15i4327