Benign Collection

Jeremy Bentham / Watts
JEREMY BENTHAM Philosopher and economist

Fleet of the Cacique Aquixo
A fleet of 200 canoes lead by the Cacique Aquixo who was the Cacique of the people of the far side of the Mississippi River, greets two Spanish conquistadors by the shore

Alphonse III The Benign (1327-1336) presiding the courts held in Montblanc, in 1330. Miniature in Llibre dels Usatges i Constitucions de Catalunya

Uterine fibroids, MRI scan C018 / 0466
Uterine fibroids. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan of the pelvis of a 47 year old female with two large fibroids (centre) in her uterus

Uterine fibroid C015 / 6407
Uterine fibroid. Gross specimen of a sectioned uterine fibroid (left). A fibroid is a fibrous benign tumour originating from muscular tissue

Endometrial polyp, ultrasound scan C017 / 7800
Endometrial polyp. Ultrasound scan of the uterus (womb) of a 42 year old female patient with a polyp (lower centre) in the endometrium, the lining of the womb

Akbar Lion Calf Folio Shah Jahan Album verso
Artokoloro

Dermal nevi are often elevated about the skin and are common on the head and neck area. Coloration may be similar to background skin color as shown here or may be more darkly pigmented

Lodging House Keeper makes a slight descriptive error
Lodging-House Keeper (to professional lady) - " Which my usband, Miss, is one of the Virgins at the Cathedral!" Date: circa 1890s

Rectal papilloma, light micrograph F006 / 9807
Rectal papilloma, light micrograph. Magnification: x100 when printed at 10 centimetres wide

Breast lumps, MRI
Breast lumps. Coloured magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan of the chest of a 20-year-old patient, showing multiple fibroadenomas (light patches) in both breasts

Colon polyp, 3D colonoscopy image
Colon polyp. Coloured 3D computed tomography (CT) colonoscopy image of a pedunculated (stalked) polyp in the sigmoid colon (large intestine) of a 50-year-old patient

Stages of cancer, artwork C016 / 6257
Stages of cancer. Computer artwork showing three stages of cancer (whiteish cells). From left to right: benign (non-cancerous)

Colon polyp, light micrograph C016 / 0512
Colon polyp. Light micrograph of a section through part of a tubulovillous adenoma of the mucosa of the large bowel (colon)

Brenner tumour of the ovary C015 / 7137
Brenner tumour of the ovary. Light micrograph of a section through an ovary showing a Brenner tumour (centre). This rare benign (non-cancerous)

Uterine fibroids, MRI scan C018 / 0467
Uterine fibroids. Coloured magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan of the pelvis of a 47 year old female with two large fibroids (pink) in her uterus

Uterine fibroids, MRI scan C018 / 0468
Uterine fibroids. Coloured magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan of the pelvis of a 47 year old female with two large fibroids (pink) in her uterus

Uterine fibroids, MRI scan C018 / 0469
Uterine fibroids. Coloured magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan of the pelvis of a 47 year old female with two large fibroids (pink) in her uterus

Benign dental tumour, CT scans C018 / 0589
Benign dental tumour. Coloured computed tomography (CT) scans of the lower jaw of a 35 year old patient with a cemento-ossifying fibroma (purple)

Jaw tumour, CT scan C018 / 0565
Jaw tumour. Coloured 3D computed tomography (CT) scan of the jaw of a 35 year old patient showing a benign (non-cancerous) bony lesion (indicated by arrows) in the mandible (lower jaw)

Bone growths, X-ray C018 / 0580
Bone growths. X-ray of the pelvis of a 12 year old patient with bony growths (exostoses) and cartilage cysts (enchondromas) on the femurs (thigh bones) and hip bones

Uterine fibroid, X-ray C014 / 4919
Uterus tumour. Coloured X-ray of the abdomen of a woman with a fibroid (round, centre) in her uterus. A fibroid is a fibrous benign tumour originating from muscular tissue (leimyoma)

Uterine fibroid, X-ray C014 / 4918
Uterus tumour. Coloured X-ray of the abdomen of a woman with a fibroid (orange, round) in her uterus. A fibroid is a fibrous benign tumour originating from muscular tissue (leimyoma)

Intestinal lymphoid hyperplasia C016 / 8334
Intestinal lymphoid hyperplasia. Endoscopic view of lymphoid hyperplasia in the terminal ileum - the last part of the small intestine

Hyperplastic polyps in the stomach C016 / 8327
Hyperplastic polyps in the stomach. Endoscopic view of small hyperplastic polyps (growths) in the gastric fundus of the stomach

Intestinal polyp removal, endoscopic view C016 / 8325
Intestinal polyp removal. Endoscopic view of a polyp (centre-right) being removed from the sigmoid colon (large intestine). Polyps are benign (non-cancerous) growths that arise from mucous membranes

Melanosis coli, endoscopic view C016 / 8304
Melanosis coli. Endoscopic view of the interior of a patients colon affected by melanosis coli (pseudomelanosis coli). This benign condition causes brown pigmentation of the lining of the colon

Wart, artwork
Wart. Computer artwork of a wart (Verruca vulgaris) forming on the surface of the skin. Warts are harmless, contagious growths of the outermost layer of the skin (epidermis)

Uterine fibroid, light micrograph C015 / 7101
Uterine fibroid. Light micrograph of a section through a uterine fibroid (centre). A fibroid is a fibrous benign tumour originating from muscular tissue

Ovarian fibroid C015 / 6749
Ovarian fibroid. Gross specimen of a sectioned ovarian fibroid. A fibroid is a fibrous benign tumour originating from muscular tissue

Ovarian fibroid C015 / 6748
Ovarian fibroid. Gross specimen of a sectioned ovarian fibroid. A fibroid is a fibrous benign tumour originating from muscular tissue

Uterine fibroid, light micrograph C015 / 6737
Uterine fibroid. Light micrograph of a section through a uterine fibroid (oval). A fibroid is a fibrous benign tumour originating from muscular tissue

Uterine fibroid C015 / 6416
Uterine fibroid. Gross specimen of a sectioned uterine fibroid. A fibroid is a fibrous benign tumour originating from muscular tissue

Uterine fibroid, light micrograph C015 / 6413
Uterine fibroid. Light micrograph of a section through a uterine fibroid. A fibroid is a fibrous benign tumour originating from muscular tissue

Uterine fibroid C015 / 6415
Uterine fibroid. Gross specimen of a sectioned uterine fibroid. A fibroid is a fibrous benign tumour originating from muscular tissue

Uterine fibroid, light micrograph C015 / 6411
Uterine fibroid. Light micrograph of a section through a uterine fibroid (centre). A fibroid is a fibrous benign tumour originating from muscular tissue

Ovarian fibroid C015 / 6414
Ovarian fibroid. Gross specimen of an ovarian fibroid. A fibroid is a fibrous benign tumour originating from muscular tissue

Uterine fibroid, light micrograph C015 / 6412
Uterine fibroid. Light micrograph of a section through a uterine fibroid (oval). A fibroid is a fibrous benign tumour originating from muscular tissue

Endometrial squamous metaplasia C015 / 6404
Endometrial squamous metaplasia. Light micrograph of a section through the endometrium (lining of the womb) showing squamous metaplasia

Uterine fibroid C015 / 6406
Uterine fibroid. Gross specimen of a uterine fibroid. A fibroid is a fibrous benign tumour originating from muscular tissue

Endometrial polyp, ultrasound scan C017 / 7799
Endometrial polyp. Doppler ultrasound scan of the uterus (womb) of a 42 year old female patient with a polyp (lower centre) in the endometrium, the lining of the womb

Hyperplastic prostate

Illustration of a benign prostatic hyperplasia

Uterine fibroid, MRI scan

Osteoid osteoma, X-ray
Osteoid osteoma. Coloured X-ray of an osteoid osteoma (white, centre left) in the second phalange bone of the middle finger

Gross specimen: atrial myxoma, benign heart tumour
Atrial myxoma. Gross specimen of an atrial myxoma, a benign, jelly-like tumour of the connective tissue found in the heart

Nasal polyp, light micrograph
Nasal polyp. Light micrograph of a section through a nasal polyp, a benign growth that arises from a mucous membrane. Magnification: x150 when printed at 10 centimetres wide

Osteoid osteoma, light micrograph
Osteoid osteoma. Light micrograph of a section through an osteoid osteoma, a rare benign (non-cancerous) tumour of bone tissue that is very painful

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"Exploring the Benign: From Jeremy Bentham to Alphonse III and Beyond" In this captivating journey, we delve into various aspects of the term "benign, " uncovering intriguing connections across different realms. Starting with renowned philosopher Jeremy Bentham, known for his utilitarianism philosophy, we ponder how his ideas shaped our understanding of benevolence in society. Moving on, we encounter Watts' mesmerizing artwork depicting the majestic Fleet of the Cacique Aquixo. Its serene beauty evokes a sense of tranquility and benignity that transports us to another world. Delving into history, we stumble upon Alphonse III The Benign's reign from 1327-1336. As he presided over courts held in Montblanc in 1330, one can't help but wonder about the atmosphere of fairness and justice he brought forth during his rule. Shifting gears to medical insights, an MRI scan (C018/0466) reveals uterine fibroids - a common condition affecting many women worldwide. Despite their presence, these benign growths often pose no serious threat to health. The Akbar Lion Calf Folio found within Shah Jahan Album verso captivates our attention next. This exquisite artwork showcases nature's gentle side as it portrays a lion calf with its mother – a symbol of maternal care and benign protection. Transitioning back to medical terrain, dermal nevi are explored through light micrograph F006/9807. These elevated skin marks remind us that even seemingly harmless features can hold unique stories beneath their surface. Amidst our exploration comes an amusing anecdote when a Lodging House Keeper makes a slight descriptive error. While unintentional, such lighthearted moments remind us that even small mistakes can bring unexpected joy or laughter. Returning to medical discoveries once more, rectal papilloma is examined through a fascinating light micrograph.