κρητική κουζίνα ουσιαστικά από την αρχαιότητα μέχρι και σήμεραAdam Jetking
Ουσιαστικά από την αρχαιότητα μέχρι και σήμερα δεν υπάρχουν ιδιαίτερες διαφορές στη διατροφή των Κρητών, αφού οι Κρητικοί δεν προσέθεσαν παρά ελάχιστα υλικά από εκείνα που έφεραν μαζί τους ανά τους αιώνες οι διάφοροι κατακτητές: Ρωμαίοι, Βυζαντινοί, Άραβες, Ενετοί και Οθωμανοί. Ακόμα και οι τρόποι παρασκευής των φαγητών παραμένουν απλοί: ψητά, βραστά ή γιαχνί.
Endobronchial High Dose Rate Brachytherapyfondas vakalis
This document summarizes the use of endobronchial high dose rate brachytherapy (EHDR) on intubated lung cancer patients. It describes the EHDR procedure, which involves bronchoscopy, catheter placement across the tumor, imaging, planning, and treatment delivery. Three case studies are presented, where intubated patients with lung cancers received 2-4 fractions of EHDR over 1-2 weeks. All three patients achieved the endpoint of successful extubation after treatment, with average oxygen saturation levels maintained during treatment. The document concludes that EHDR is a safe option for intubated lung cancer patients with airway obstruction and can effectively lead to extubation.
The document describes an illusion performed by David Copperfield where he claims to be able to see into someone's mind and find the card they are thinking of out of six options. However, he acknowledges that he does not actually know the person or see the card they chose, playing into the illusion for entertainment purposes. It ends with a message about forwarding the message to friends within seven days.
The document discusses a mountainous highway in Bolivia called Stremnaya Road that is nicknamed "the road of death". It is a dangerous road situated in Bolivia that winds through mountainous terrain. Driving on this road is risky due to its steep cliffs and lack of safety features.
The document discusses the benefits of exercise for mental health. Regular physical activity can help reduce anxiety and depression and improve mood and cognitive function. Exercise causes chemical changes in the brain that may help protect against mental illness and improve symptoms for those who already suffer from conditions like depression and anxiety.
The document discusses the benefits of exercise for mental health. Regular physical activity can help reduce anxiety and depression and improve mood and cognitive function. Exercise causes chemical changes in the brain that may help protect against mental illness and improve symptoms for those who already suffer from conditions like depression and anxiety.
κρητική κουζίνα ουσιαστικά από την αρχαιότητα μέχρι και σήμεραAdam Jetking
Ουσιαστικά από την αρχαιότητα μέχρι και σήμερα δεν υπάρχουν ιδιαίτερες διαφορές στη διατροφή των Κρητών, αφού οι Κρητικοί δεν προσέθεσαν παρά ελάχιστα υλικά από εκείνα που έφεραν μαζί τους ανά τους αιώνες οι διάφοροι κατακτητές: Ρωμαίοι, Βυζαντινοί, Άραβες, Ενετοί και Οθωμανοί. Ακόμα και οι τρόποι παρασκευής των φαγητών παραμένουν απλοί: ψητά, βραστά ή γιαχνί.
Endobronchial High Dose Rate Brachytherapyfondas vakalis
This document summarizes the use of endobronchial high dose rate brachytherapy (EHDR) on intubated lung cancer patients. It describes the EHDR procedure, which involves bronchoscopy, catheter placement across the tumor, imaging, planning, and treatment delivery. Three case studies are presented, where intubated patients with lung cancers received 2-4 fractions of EHDR over 1-2 weeks. All three patients achieved the endpoint of successful extubation after treatment, with average oxygen saturation levels maintained during treatment. The document concludes that EHDR is a safe option for intubated lung cancer patients with airway obstruction and can effectively lead to extubation.
The document describes an illusion performed by David Copperfield where he claims to be able to see into someone's mind and find the card they are thinking of out of six options. However, he acknowledges that he does not actually know the person or see the card they chose, playing into the illusion for entertainment purposes. It ends with a message about forwarding the message to friends within seven days.
The document discusses a mountainous highway in Bolivia called Stremnaya Road that is nicknamed "the road of death". It is a dangerous road situated in Bolivia that winds through mountainous terrain. Driving on this road is risky due to its steep cliffs and lack of safety features.
The document discusses the benefits of exercise for mental health. Regular physical activity can help reduce anxiety and depression and improve mood and cognitive function. Exercise causes chemical changes in the brain that may help protect against mental illness and improve symptoms for those who already suffer from conditions like depression and anxiety.
The document discusses the benefits of exercise for mental health. Regular physical activity can help reduce anxiety and depression and improve mood and cognitive function. Exercise causes chemical changes in the brain that may help protect against mental illness and improve symptoms for those who already suffer from conditions like depression and anxiety.
The document provides instructions for a woman on how to properly hold and swing a golf club to hit the ball farther. It suggests holding the club like her husband's erect penis would provide the correct grip and swing, leading to a powerful hit. The instructor praises her hit but notes her grip could be improved by trying it with her hands.
Methods To Differentiate Radiation Induced Necrosis And Recurrent Disease In ...fondas vakalis
This document discusses methods to differentiate between radiation necrosis and recurrent disease in glioma patients using magnetic resonance imaging and spectroscopy (MRS). It describes how radiation can damage both tumor and normal brain tissue similarly, making it difficult to distinguish the two. MRS is presented as a potential solution by measuring metabolite ratios that have been shown to discriminate between radiation necrosis and recurrent disease. The document outlines an imaging protocol that was awarded funding to enroll glioma patients and longitudinally collect MRI, diffusion weighted MRI and MRS scans over time to further evaluate the ability of these techniques to differentiate radiation necrosis from recurrent tumor.
The document summarizes findings from a pooled analysis of 1200 patients treated with intraoperative radiotherapy (IORT) using electrons to deliver a 10 Gy boost to the tumor bed, followed by whole breast irradiation. Key findings included:
1. With a median follow-up of 59.6 months, the in-breast tumor control rate was 99.3% and 8 in-breast recurrences were observed.
2. Disease-free survival at 7 years was 87.7% and disease-specific survival was 94.5%.
3. True local recurrences accounted for 3 of the 8 in-breast recurrences, while the other 5 were out-of-quadrant recurrences.
This document discusses balanced treatment approaches for esophageal cancer. It recommends that surgery plus additional therapy is required for pT3 N1 tumors. Definitive chemoradiotherapy is an acceptable standard for squamous cell carcinoma. Preoperative and postoperative combination chemotherapy is also an acceptable approach for resectable esophageal or GEJ adenocarcinoma. Preoperative concurrent chemoradiotherapy is a standard for resectable adenocarcinoma of the esophagus or GEJ. The role of preoperative chemotherapy alone for resectable squamous cell carcinoma is unclear and not recommended.
Advancing The Prevention And Cure Of Cancerfondas vakalis
The document discusses the shared missions and collaborations between the American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) and the National Cancer Institute (NCI) to advance cancer research and reduce the burden of cancer. It outlines their joint efforts in conferences, workshops, and think tanks. It also summarizes advances in cancer prevention, early detection, and treatment that have contributed to reduced cancer mortality rates in recent years but challenges remain.
Selective Use Of Postoperative Radiotherapy AftEr MastectOmyfondas vakalis
The SUPREMO trial aims to determine whether postmastectomy radiotherapy (PMRT) improves outcomes for women with early-stage breast cancer with 1-3 positive lymph nodes. The trial will randomize approximately 3,500 patients to receive either chest wall irradiation or no chest wall irradiation after mastectomy and systemic therapy. The primary outcome is overall survival, with secondary outcomes including disease-free survival, acute/late morbidity, quality of life, and cost-effectiveness. Results from previous trials suggest PMRT may reduce locoregional recurrence and improve survival, especially for those with more positive nodes, but more evidence is still needed.
The document discusses the use of high-energy protons in cancer therapy. It provides a history of proton beam therapy beginning in 1946 when Robert Wilson first suggested its use. It describes the first proton treatment centers and worldwide growth of proton therapy facilities. Key advantages of protons over photons discussed include lower entrance dose and maximum dose at tumor depth. Challenges and uncertainties in proton therapy planning and delivery are also summarized.
- Positron emission tomography (PET) scans can help detect residual disease in lymphoma patients who appear to be in complete remission and predict relapse risk.
- For Hodgkin's lymphoma, interim PET scans after 2 cycles of chemotherapy can accurately predict treatment outcome and prognosis.
- For diffuse large B-cell lymphoma, a positive interim PET scan after 2 cycles is associated with lower event-free survival and overall survival rates compared to a negative scan. PET may help identify patients who would benefit from altered treatment intensity.
- Ongoing clinical trials are exploring the use of interim PET results to individualize chemotherapy regimens and determine whether patients should receive high-dose chemotherapy with stem cell transplantation.
Palliative Radiotherapy Using Cone Beam Ctfondas vakalis
This document describes a one-step model for online planning and treatment of palliative radiotherapy using cone beam CT (CBCT). In phase A, CBCT image quality was found to be adequate for treatment planning. Phase B involved online planning with CBCT for 45 patients, showing good agreement with conventional planning CT. Treatment plans were delivered in an average of 28 minutes from patient arrival. Phase C is ongoing to further test the efficacy of this one-step CBCT planning approach in reducing planning time and improving patient satisfaction compared to conventional multi-step planning CT.
The document discusses ion beam therapy and the Heidelberg Ion Therapy Center. Some key points:
1) The Heidelberg Ion Therapy Center will provide carbon and proton ion beam therapy using raster scanning technology for precise dose delivery.
2) Clinical studies are underway to evaluate the effectiveness of carbon ion therapy for various cancers and determine optimal treatment protocols.
3) The center is scheduled to treat its first patient in early 2009 and will have the capacity to treat over 1,000 patients per year.
Cancer Chemo Radiation Concurrent Supplementsfondas vakalis
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This document discusses pancreatic cancer and its treatment. It begins by stating that pancreatic cancer is most commonly diagnosed as locally advanced or metastatic. It then discusses the role of surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation therapy in the treatment of pancreatic cancer. It notes that the majority of surgically treated patients will have a recurrence, with a median survival of 15-20 months. The value of adjuvant and neoadjuvant therapy is debated. The document summarizes several clinical trials investigating chemotherapy and chemoradiation as adjuvant treatment after surgery. It also discusses neoadjuvant therapy and its potential advantages over adjuvant therapy. Emerging strategies discussed include induction chemotherapy followed by localized chemoradiation or second line therapy. The document concludes by describing modern radiation
This document provides information on the evaluation and treatment of metastatic bone disease and spinal cord compression. It discusses:
1. Common sites of bone metastases from various primary cancers. Imaging tools to evaluate bone metastases like x-rays, bone scans, CT, PET, and MRI scans are described.
2. A multi-disciplinary treatment approach is recommended, including medical treatment, surgery, radiotherapy, radionuclides, chemotherapy, and hormonal therapy.
3. Details are provided on conventional and advanced radiation therapy techniques for treating bone metastases and spinal cord compression, including stereotactic radiosurgery. Overall pain relief rates, time to pain relief, and the benefits of combining surgery and radiation therapy are
This document discusses stereotactic body radiotherapy (SBRT) for early stage lung cancer patients who cannot undergo surgery. It describes how SBRT delivers a high radiation dose to the tumor in just 1-5 sessions. Studies show SBRT provides improved tumor control compared to conventional radiotherapy, with surprisingly low toxicity. Early investigations found 3-year tumor control rates of 60-80% with SBRT, similar to surgery. Larger prospective trials of SBRT for medically inoperable early stage lung cancer patients demonstrated 3-year local control of 90-98% and low risks of side effects. SBRT provides an effective non-invasive alternative to surgery for these high-risk patients.
Spinal cord compression bhf aos study day mar 2014 finalfondas vakalis
This document provides an overview of malignant spinal cord compression (MSCC). It begins with a clinical case of a 56-year-old man initially diagnosed with back pain who is later found to have prostate cancer with MSCC. The talk then covers the anatomy of the spinal cord, definition and incidence of MSCC, typical symptoms, investigations including MRI, and treatment options like surgery, radiotherapy, and steroids. Outcomes are discussed, with the median survival being 6 months. The document concludes by outlining the key priorities for implementing NICE guidance on MSCC, including early detection and treatment of suspected cases as emergencies.
The document discusses breast cancer treatment recommendations including:
- No radiation therapy is recommended for early stage DCIS or invasive breast cancer.
- A tumor bed boost is recommended for higher risk patients but large trials found no survival difference with or without a boost.
- Hypofractionated whole breast radiation has become a standard option based on trials showing no difference in survival outcomes compared to conventional fractionation.
- Several trials investigated omitting axillary lymph node dissection or radiation with favorable results for select patient groups with low tumor burden.
This document discusses recent data on radiation therapy for prostate cancer. It begins by outlining the risk of prostate cancer development and mortality rates over time. It then examines risk stratification systems and treatment options for low, intermediate, and high risk disease. The document focuses on the benefits of dose escalation in radiation therapy, noting several studies that found higher radiation doses improved outcomes with acceptable toxicity when using newer techniques like IMRT. It also discusses hypofractionated regimens and image-guided radiation as ways to further improve the therapeutic ratio. In summary, this document reviews evidence that higher and more precisely delivered radiation doses can improve prostate cancer control while maintaining reasonable side effects.
The document discusses the benefits of meditation for reducing stress and anxiety. Regular meditation practice can help calm the mind and body by lowering heart rate and blood pressure. Studies have shown that meditating for just 10-20 minutes per day can have significant positive impacts on both mental and physical health over time.
The document discusses the benefits of exercise for mental health. Regular physical activity can help reduce anxiety and depression and improve mood and cognitive function. Exercise causes chemical changes in the brain that may help protect against mental illness and improve symptoms for those who already suffer from conditions like anxiety and depression.
The document discusses the benefits of exercise for mental health. Regular physical activity can help reduce anxiety and depression and improve mood and cognitive functioning. Exercise causes chemical changes in the brain that may help protect against mental illness and improve symptoms for those who already suffer from conditions like depression and anxiety.
This document summarizes a presentation on new perspectives on second-line therapy for non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). The presentation discusses current standards of care for second-line NSCLC, the unique needs of patients without targetable mutations, and emerging research findings. One study presented was the LUME-Lung 1 trial which found that the addition of the angiogenesis inhibitor nintedanib to docetaxel improved progression-free survival compared to placebo plus docetaxel in second-line NSCLC, with a significant overall survival benefit seen in the adenocarcinoma subgroup. Outstanding issues regarding biomarkers and the role of nintedanib in squamous cell carcinoma were discussed.
The document discusses the benefits of exercise for mental health. Regular physical activity can help reduce anxiety and depression and improve mood and cognitive functioning. Exercise causes chemical changes in the brain that may help protect against mental illness and improve symptoms.
The document discusses the benefits of exercise for mental health. Regular physical activity can help reduce anxiety and depression and improve mood and cognitive function. Exercise causes chemical changes in the brain that may help protect against mental illness and improve symptoms for those who already suffer from conditions like depression and anxiety.
The document discusses the radiobiology behind dose fractionation in radiation therapy. It provides an overview of the linear quadratic model which describes how cell survival changes with dose and is used to determine biologically equivalent doses for different fractionation schedules. The model assumes equal effect per fraction but may not be accurate at high or low doses. Fractionation takes advantage of the four R's - repair, repopulation, redistribution, and reoxygenation - to better kill tumors while sparing normal tissues. The alpha/beta ratio indicates a tissue's sensitivity to fractionation and is used to estimate equivalent total doses for different fraction sizes.
The document discusses how tumor radiobiology may impact the move toward hypofractionation in radiation therapy. It reviews evidence that the classic linear-quadratic model does not fully capture tumor response at high radiation doses, and that other factors like vascular damage and immune effects become more important. Response heterogeneity between different tumor cell populations may also help explain why survival curves appear more linear at higher doses per fraction.
Rectal cancer treatment typically involves surgery. Local recurrence after conventional surgery occurs in 15-65% of cases on average. Long course preoperative chemoradiotherapy has been shown to reduce local recurrence rates compared to short course preoperative radiotherapy or radiotherapy alone. It increases local tumor control and survival rates with some toxicities but does not reduce colostomy rates. Preoperative chemoradiotherapy is superior to postoperative chemoradiotherapy in reducing local recurrence rates without affecting overall survival.
2. Δέντρα από μπρόκολο με φρούτα από μπιζέλια, δρόμος από κύμινο . Γρασίδι από φρέσκα μυρωδικά, βουνά φτιαγμένα από ψωμί και σύννεφα από κουνουπίδι .
3. Κάρο από φύλλα λαζάνιας φορτωμένο με σκόρδα, κάμποι από ζυμαρικά, συννεφάκια μοτσαρέλας, κυπαρίσσια από πιπεριές, φράχτες από πατάτες, χωριό με σπίτια από τυρί, φύλλα δέντρων από μαϊντανό , θάμνοι από βασιλικό και μαντζουράνα .
4. Σπηλιά από θαλασσινά, βράχοι από ψωμί, κοράλλια στο νερό από κουνουπίδι, μπρόκολο και διακοσμητική κολοκύθα...
5. Ρύζι, καρύδες, διάφοροι σπόροι. Ο ουρανός είναι από κόκκινο λάχανο, μικρό πιρούνι ως δικράνι.
6. Δέντρα από φύλλα κίμτσι, πέτρες από γλυκοπατάτες, γκρεμός από ψωμί. Φαντασμαγορικός ουρανός από κόκκινο λάχανο...
7. Θάλασσα από φιλέτο σολομού, βράχοι από πατάτες και ψωμί. Πλοιάριο από λουβί μπιζελιού .
13. Αερόστατα από φρούτα, μούρα και λαχανικά, δέντρα από μπρόκολο, πέτρες από πατάτες, κάμποι από καλαμπόκι και διάφορα άλλα λαχανικά. Χωριό από τυρί. Καμπαναριό από καρότο.
14. Κάρο από κριτσίνια, δέντρα από ζαμπόν, δρόμοι από σαλάμι και ο ουρανός και κάμποι από μπέικον .
15. Ζαμπόν : Ο ουρανός, τα βουνά, ο καταρράκτης και ο ποταμός... Ψωμί : Τα βράχια στο ποτάμι. Κριτσίνια : Το σπίτι και η γεφυρούλα. Σαλάμι : Η στέγη.