Oncology Collection

T lymphocytes and cancer cell, SEM C001 / 1679
T lymphocytes and cancer cell. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of T lymphocyte cells (green) attached to a cancer cell

HeLa cells, light micrograph C017 / 8299
HeLa cells, multiphoton fluorescence micrograph (MFM). The cell nuclei, which contain the cells genetic information, are purple. Microtubules are blue and actin microfilaments are red

HeLa cells, light micrograph C017 / 8298
HeLa cells, multiphoton fluorescence micrograph (MFM). The cell nuclei, which contain the cells genetic information, are blue. Golgi bodies, which modify and package proteins, are orange

Acute promyelocytic leukaemia, micrograph
Acute promyelocytic leukaemia. Light micrograph of blood cells from bone marrow in a case of acute promyelocytic leukaemia. Leukaemia is a cancer where certain blood cells form in excess

Ovarian cancer, light micrograph C015 / 7103
Ovary cancer. Light micrograph of a section through a Krukenberg tumour (down centre) of the ovary. This is a secondary cancer that spreads (metastasises) from the digestive system

Paclitaxel drug molecule
Paclitaxel. Computer model of a molecule of the drug paclitaxel. It is sold under the brand name Taxol. It is a chemotherapy drug, used to treat cancers

Operating on breast cancer, from Armamentarii Chirurgici
CHT237288 Operating on breast cancer, from Armamentarii Chirurgici by Johannes Schultes (1595-1645) published in Amsterdam, 1672 (engraving) (b/w photo) by Dutch School

Cancerous scrofula, from Description des Maladies de la Peau
CHT235397 Cancerous scrofula, from Description des Maladies de la Peau by Baron Jean Louis Alibert (1768-1837) Paris, 1806 (coloured engraving) by French School

Operating on a cancerous tumour, from Traite Complet de l Anatomie de l
CHT235395 Operating on a cancerous tumour, from Traite Complet de l Anatomie de l Homme by Jean-Baptiste Marc Bourgery (1797-1849) 1866-67 (coloured engraving) by Jacob

Medical ilustration of a pilonidal cyst near the natal cleft of the buttocks

Medical illustration depicting the different stages of colon cancer

A female nude from the waist up with a doctors hands conducting a clinical breast examination

Brain tumour, fMRI and tractography C017 / 7102
Brain tumour, fMRI and tractography. Combined functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI, blue and green) and tractography (yellow and red) imaging of a brain with a tumour (upper left)

Secondary liver cancer, ultrasound scan C017 / 7764
Secondary liver cancer. Ultrasound scan of a 63 year old male patients liver showing a metastatic (secondary) tumour. The cancer has metastasised (spread) from a primary cancer

Microscopic view of a leukemia cell

Kaposis sarcoma on the skin of an AIDS patient

Early stage of kidney cancer with a tumor visible on the kidney

Lasers used to position a patient wearing a short face mask in a computed tomography
Lasers are used to position a patient model wearing a short face mask in a computed tomography (CT) scanner to obtain images of a tumor before radiation therapy

Breast Cancer. Oil Painting C017 / 1273
Breast Cancer. Painting of a woman after breast removal surgery (mastectomy) Oil on Canvas by Nurit Shany

Brain tumour, DTI modelling C017 / 7060
Brain tumour. Computer artwork of nerve pathways (coloured) in a brain with a tumour (white/red, upper right). The brain is seen from the front. Brain tumours can be benign or malignant (cancerous)

Brain cancer, DTI and 3D CT scans C016 / 6414
Brain cancer. Coloured composite image of diffusion tensor imaging (DTI) scans of the brains, and 3D computed tomography (CT) scans of the skulls, of two 35 year old patients

Cardiac lymphoma, MRI scans
Brain tumour. Coloured magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scans of axial sections through the chest of a 22-year-old patient, showing a tumorous lesion invading the right ventricle of the heart (large)

Throat cancer, X-rays
Throat cancer. Coloured X-rays showing the transit of a contrast medium (dense white) through the throat of a 54-year-old patient with an adenocarcinoma (cancer) of the lower oesophagus (gullet)

Chronic lymphocytic leukaemia, micrograph
Chronic lymphocytic leukaemia. Light micrograph of blood cells sampled from a lymphatic ganglion in a case of chronic lymphocytic leukaemia, also called chronic lymphoid leukaemia (CLL)

Colon cancer, endoscopic view C016 / 8308
Colon cancer. Endoscopic view of a malignant (cancerous) adenocarcinoma (upper right) in a patients ascending colon (large intestine)

Secondary lung cancers, X-ray
Secondary lung cancers. X-ray of the chest of a 60 year old male showing malignant (cancerous) tumours (white) in the lungs

Skin cancer cell, SEM C016 / 4764
Skin cancer cell. Coloured ion-abrasion scanning electron micrograph (IA-SEM) of a melanoma cell. The large dark sphere is the cell nucleus, which contains the cells genetic information

JANE COOKE WRIGHT (1919-2013). American surgeon and cancer researcher. Photograph by Irwin Gooen, 1958

Illustration of an atypical growth on the skin that could be a sign of skin cancer
Illustration of an atypical growth on the skin that could be a warning sign of skin cancer. Sudden change in the appearance, shape, color, size

Conceptual image of the Human Papilloma Virus (HPV). HPV is a virus from the papillomavirus family that affects human skin and the moist membranes that line the body

Cancer cell with red blood cell flow

Artist depiction of mesothelioma in the lungs / abdominal cavity
Artist depiction of mesothelioma in the lungs/abdominal cavity

Large eroded plaque on the leg with areas of crust
Metastatic Melanoma. Large eroded plaque on the leg with areas of crust. Scattered eroded dermal nodules are also present

Melanoma on a patients skin

3D structure of melanoma cell
3D structure of a melanoma cell derived by ion abrasion scanning electron microscopy

Scanning electron micrograph of just-divided HeLa cells. Zeiss Merlin HR-SEM

Multiphoton fluorescence image of HeLa cells with cytoskeletal microtubules (magenta) and DNA (cyan)

Radiation therapists fit a short face mask to a patient during radiation therapy
Two radiation therapists fit a short face mask to a patient model to steady the head during radiation therapy

Conceptual image of a tumor in human brain

Conceptual image of cancer virus

Microscopic view of a group of macrophages. Macrophages contribute to tumor growth and progression. Attracted to oxygen-starved (hypoxic) and necrotic tumor cells they promote chronic inflammation

Patient positioned in computed tomography scanner
A patient model wearing a short face mask is positioned in a computed tomography (CT) scanner to obtain images of a tumor before radiation therapy

Scanning electron micrograph of a schistosome parasite, which enters the body through the skin of persons coming in contact with infested waters. The adult worm lives in the veins of its host

Microscopic view of a group of leukemia cells

Ewings sarcoma locations on the skeleton and detail of tumor on head of femur

Microscopic view of cancer virus

Isolated cancer cell Macrophage. Macrophages contribute to tumor growth and progression. Attracted to oxygen-starved (hypoxic) and necrotic tumor cells they promote chronic inflammation

Microscopic view of cancer cells. Cancer occurs when a cells gene mutations make the cell unable to correct DNA damage

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Oncology: Unveiling the Battle Within In the realm of oncology, a fierce war is waged between T lymphocytes and cancer cells. SEM C001 / 1679 captures this epic struggle at a microscopic level, showcasing the intricate dance between these two adversaries. HeLa cells, depicted in light micrographs C017 / 8299 and C017 / 8298, offer us glimpses into their mysterious world. These immortal cells have played an instrumental role in countless scientific breakthroughs, unraveling the secrets of cancer biology. Acute promyelocytic leukemia reveals its sinister face through a haunting micrograph. The image serves as a reminder of the relentless fight against blood cancers that oncologists tirelessly engage in each day. Ovarian cancer's treacherous nature is exposed under the lens of light micrograph C015 / 7103. This glimpse into its cellular landscape fuels our determination to develop effective treatments for this formidable disease. The paclitaxel drug molecule emerges as a potent weapon in our arsenal against cancer. Its molecular structure holds promise for patients battling various forms of malignancies. Within operating rooms worldwide, surgeons skillfully navigate breast cancer cases with precision and expertise. Armamentarii Chirurgici provides us with an intimate view into these life-saving procedures. Cancerous scrofula reminds us that skin diseases can also be harbingers of deeper battles within our bodies. Description des Maladies de la Peau offers insight into dermatological manifestations linked to underlying malignancies. Traite Complet de l'Anatomie de l unveils surgical interventions on malignant tumors – visual proof that medical professionals are at the forefront of combating this pervasive disease. Medical illustrations depicting pilonidal cysts near the natal cleft or stages of colon cancer serve as educational tools to raise awareness about lesser-known aspects while empowering individuals to seek timely medical intervention.